Everyone needs a nanny like yours. I had one. You are a example of nanny’s love and guidance and what the love of Jesus being taught to our babies early does. Praying your nanny and her cleaning lady heal quickly. ❤
Sweetheart you are the REAL DEAL!! I am 60 years old and I have just loved watching your videos. You are touching so many lives with your ministry!! Yes you have a ministry on You Tube one that is totally real and that is very rare I have seen you grow over these years and trust me you are doing more and learning more and teaching more You are such a blessing!! Thank you for sharing your precious life with the world!! And doing it for REAL!!!!!❤️❤️❤️
Just wanted to give you an update on my daughter. Her tumors haven’t grown or spread at all! Which is about as good as it gets with her diagnosis. She’ll have her next MRI in May. Love your energy to get it all done! I’ve been struggling with depression and anxiety since her diagnosis, and it’s hard for me to get motivated to get anything done. What a sweet person, mom, wife, and friend you are to so many!
My daughter is currently going through chemo for a tumor on her leg. We are at the hospital more than home. I hope all goes well for you guys... Your comment is all too familiar! Hang in there
The girl's bedroom is one of my favorite makeovers you guys have done. Although all makeovers you've done are fabulous! Love your content. God bless you and family. 💖
People are unbelievable I get given advice and being concerned but if we thought of all these issues we would not have anything in our homes. You and Shane’s decision is what matters y’all are very wise for y’all’s ages I’m over 60 and get so much wisdom and y’all help me in great ideas for raising my grandchildren and everyday life thank you and Shane.bless y’all
I love that you showed not only the IG photo worthy part of the makeover, but also the real life kids version too! Great job, I would love a room like that, and I’m in my 40’s!🤣
Merina you did the room perfectly for your girls needs! Just like a great Mama does! Don’t let anyone tell you differently! We all do the best for the moment we are in! 🥰
Recently started binge watching your previous videos and I have to say. I love you!!! I love your content. Your amazing!!!!!! Please never stop posting these 😂 I have literally seen a difference even in my own life from watching you. Like the way I’m talking to God more and just trying to be better in general. ❤️💙❤️❤️💙 thank you!
I know , it's absolutely beautiful how much he cares. he's always ready to do whatever needs to be done to make his wife and kids more comfortable. I love the whole family. They're a breath of fresh air to me
I once read a statement that said "An environment that is not safe to disagree in is not an environment focused on growth - Its an environment focused on control." I love the fact that you can take other peoples opinions into consideration (within reason) without getting offended. I thought a couple of the same concerns as others with the sizing of the beds but I figured when the girls grow out of those beds you can always sell them. 🤷♀️ I do think you did a fabulous job on the makeover. You give others inspiration who also live in a mobile home, such as myself. Keep doing what your doing sister. 👏 👏 👏
Merina another great video. You have come a long way you are developing alot of good homemaking skills to help you become more organized and save time .❤
You’re an amazing lady ! In honesty I had assumed most of what you explained. But the fact you took this amount of time to explain it out is what makes you so wonderful. With and without the toys it’s gorgeous! Y’all do some serious makeovers ! 😂❤
I have two friends as a stay at home mom, and they are my friends from high school. One doesn't even live in the same state as I do and the other lives an hour away and they don't have a kid or partner so they have lots of flexibility to adventure. I have felt very lonely the last ~5 years and I don't know how to put it but Merina (sry if I spelled it wrong!) you are someone who feels like a friend. Just a calm aura and genuine kindness and love is what you radiate and I get genuinely excited to watch any video you post. This will help me stay up tonight as my little kid had a really amazing cat nap (for her) and will definitely be up super late. 😂❤️
The girls room looks amazing! That closet has a lot of potential. Y’all could definitely elevate the bar where you hang their clothes, add a shelf UNDERNEATH for the board games and boxes and still have room for their doll house. Some good lighting would probably entice them to keep the play in there too
I need to read more and I love to read but I have got where the Lord gets on me because I should be reading the word. But maybe this year we will see. My mom always cleaned the church... brought back memories. I am still binge watching I missed a couple of month . Sorry but I was with my daughter. She came and got me and took me from fla to Arkansas. She made detective of the year while I was there. Very proud momma. Love yall
Your outlook on things is so refreshing. Everyone should be as nice and accepting as you. And thank you for pointing out the usefulness of the older generation ❤😂
Absolutely LOVE how relatable you are!! I have a big family as well, we going to be a family of 7 come may. We don’t have a ton of space in our double wide but you definitely show us how to make the very best of what you got! And just wanna let you know you have been giving me such motivation to be a better me. For my family, and myself. Keep it up!❤
Merina,just a suggestion= add the felt things on the bottom of the girls storage bins. It will keep from scratching paint over time. The felt things are made to put on furniture to keep from scratching floors but also great for other things.
You and Shane did an amazing job on the girls room. The room turned out super cute. The girls did a great job on getting rid of the toys they weren't playing with anymore. Great makeover as always!
I think what you did was amazing to your girls room. The main reason I wanted to comment though was because they comment on your video like you didn't tell us plenty of times you don't do anything to there room without asking them and them giving you ideas. Your kids are clearly healthy, loved, and seem very happy & grateful. In my option (which might not mean much) the most important thing to me is that my kids are well taken care of, have a clean place to live and play. All the extra stuff is fun and great but that isn't always possible for some people and unfortunately some people do not understand that. I think your doing a great job keep up the great work!
Hi, I admire how you and your husband take time in the organization of your home. You think things through to suit your family's needs, lovely room for your girls.
I have watched several of your videos back to back. I have enjoyed every minute of it. I wish I had the motivation to keep my house tidy like yours. And love love love all your projects. I am from Tennessee too but I am in middle. It’s like I am watching one of my friends. You actually talk like me, I am not used to hearing folks on here talking like me. Wish y’all well!!
Hi sweetie, I loved the room. The children are so blessed to have you and Shane. I know you already have sheets on the beds, but I would suggest a mattress pad to cover the foam, separating it from their body. Or maybe another fitted sheet that stays on there. Love to all!
Hi sweet girl, loved the girls room y'all did an amazing job! Praying for your Nan and the precious lady that cares for the church. Thank you for being around whenever I need a smile. Love, hugs and giggles! 💝💝💝🥰🥰🙏
Found your channel through Shannon! I really enjoyed you walking us through the process in this room which turned out so cute! It’s tough to have 2 kiddos in one small room (we have that too but one boy and one girl). You ended up with so much storage! It’s more than I could handle in a space but we are all on different spectrums with what we can manage and I really like how you are teaching your kids to think critically about stuff- it takes time more for some kids than others. I was so proud that this last time I helped my oldest (13y boy) declutter when he moved rooms he actually got rid of so much, didn’t get overwhelmed or fight or upset and was proud of his work- so it does come but some are slower than others arriving there!!! He only took 13 y😂! We started trying to help him declutter for many years but until I got more serious about us living in the smaller space we were in and having room to actually live and function then he seemed to grasp it better and make good progress. We downsized in 2020 to get to a better space for our medically fragile child (who has tons of med supplies) so it’s been an ongoing battle with stuff since at least the past 10.5y (she’s 10.5). The room looks beautiful!!! Great work mama! Have you heard of Dana K White? It might be helpful during your projects to focus on a few non negotiable to keep it from getting too hard to catch up: 1- dishes 2- sweep floors 3- 5min pick up (everyone helps) and probably laundry would be helpful too- but it takes time and the less you keep the raiser it is to stay on top of stuff when you have projects- definitely true in my life!!! Blessings!!
This was a great video that not a lot of bloggers do, the steps that they go through before, during and after of project planning. Great job, Merina! ❤
Marina, as much as you love to read, and some of us do too you should start a book reading club on here. I love to read too, but I work all the time but could very well listen on the library app. I had no idea there was such a thing. It’s just a thought. I love watching you! God bless you for your loyalty to your Nanny. She’s blessed to have you and you her. Such a precious lady.
Excited to come along as you and the girls go through their toys and pop the ones they love back into their room. Amazing job teaching them the skills they’ll need as they grow xx
I love watching you. My brother in his seventies, lives with me and I help him stay home instead of a long term care facility. He came in the living room and I was watching you. 😂 I had to drop what I was watching so he could see your tour! He loved it! Soooooo, you and Shane got kuddos from him for your great work!
Serving the Lord in his house is a great feeling,and something he wants from all of us🙌. Love the kid’s room it adorable ❤️. Talking about budgeting your money yes, when I was first married 48 yrs ago. We would take $50 a week and put in savings. It grew so fast especially for back then. In the 70’s. I commend you for saving the way you do for different things. I love your videos. They are so much fun to watch! Thank you❤️
I've been watching for a few weeks or so now, and I just adore your personality and the family vibe. Fellow homeschool mom living in cramped quarters, up a little bit in eastern KY! Wishing you guys all the best. Thanks for feeling like an internet friend! Having cancer in 2021 made me a hermit, and I'm okay with that, because I'm now happy and healing and so glad to have found your channel for positivity, realness, love, and funnies. 😄
I love how excited you are about a book you are reading. Makes my teacher heart warm and fuzzy. The love of reading is a lifetime gift. I know you are raising readers and what a blessing that is. I really enjoy your videos.
I totally agree with you on how you did the girls room. Used to live in the same size mobile home & those rooms are tiny. I think you did a great job on maiming space for the girls. Unless you've lived in a mobile home it's hard to understand the challenges. Including the walls!😄
Merina, you, Shane and the girls did a phenomenal job with their room. So proud of the girls for sharing their toys with other children. I think will take ownership of their room and enjoy the space! God bless!
Merina, you're one of the most amazing women I have come across on this interwebs! I would adore being friends with you. I'm 47 yo and have ZERO. POINT friends. I was disabled when I was in law enforcement and my health is terrible. It 100% showed me who my true family was and my friends and sadly the majority of both and all of the others are non-existent now. I have followed your channel for a long, long time now. I just rarely comment bc I don't know I just feel like I have nothing of real value to add but I do love and adore you and your family. I have a double wide that desperately needs renovations but being seriously ill has kept me from being able to do so. Hugs girl!
Hey Merina, wow, wow, wow!!!! Thank you for taking the time to explain how you budget makeovers. And the fact that it took a year to save, shows the patience you all have. The girls room looks amazing! I love the extra storage you put in there. You and Shane make a great husband and wife team. As far as the closest, I'm sure it will be amazing what you do. The research you put in to doing these makeovers is wow!!! Great job and I look forward to more.
Loving the diversity in the dolls. Also, I suggest that all toys have to be cleaned up before bed every night to help create healthy cleaning habits. Furthermore, I recommend them choosing toys to fill one small trashbag each twice a year to donate.
I would love to see you guys tackle an extended outdoor living space partially covered and then make double doors going out onto it that would be awesome and a nice hang out for the family during the summer
I started watching you because I enjoy watching cleaning videos; it motivates me to get off my behind and be productive. I am not at all religious and personally have no use for it (not trying to be offensive, just being honest 🤷🏻♀️) but I find you to be a very nice, good person that loves her family, looks to better herself and her home, and does her best to be kind every day. There is not enough of that in the world. I don't judge anyone and gravitate to people that give off those kindness vibes! I lost my daughter in June and appreciate watching videos for distraction and to occupy my mind while I continue to grieve and hopefully, get on the path to healing sooner or later. So thank you for being a pleasant and motivating distraction! I very much appreciate you!
Wow the girls room looked beautiful, you did a great job decluttering it also. It’s got to be so satisfying to purge and organize. Good job girlfriend and girls.
Just came across your videos today. Love your enthusiasm, honesty, educational information and the fun you have sharing what you both do. When it comes to the foam for the beds, there's also matress pads, so long as they are more cotton than not, that will help keep things cooler. The reason the foam gets hot is that there's no place for air flow. Layers of cotton, whether fullfy bath towels, several layers of sheets (although these can bunch up), or cotton layered mattress pads are all good equivalents to cooling pads. You've done a beautiful job with the space you have. It inspires me to continuemoving toward getting my own 1984 Sterling mobile home renovated. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Great job Mom and girls! Teaching them to bless others by getting rid of stuff they no longer play with. Love their room and your family! BTW- Your very smart on how you budget for these home makeovers. You have gotten your whole house done and it looks so good, warm and cozy!
Thank you for clearing the church! You are awesome. And the best decorator I have every seen in my 70 years. You are any amazing blessing. I have been depressed and your video, lifted my spirits. You are so adorable!!!
I just found your channel about 3 or 4 months ago. Since then, I have been binge watching ALL of your videos. I think I’ve almost watched them all. You are such an AMAZING person with such a beautiful family. I am a homeschool mom myself (going on my 3rd year). You are such an inspiration and a breath of fresh air. All of your videos truly bring me joy! ❤️
You and Shane did a fantastic job on the girls room. It was very interesting to hear your process when thinking of a makeover. Merina, for those days when you are so busy , I would suggest doing a crock pot meal. Throw it together and go about your busy day! Love you, I hope you were safe with your bad weather. Love ya,
I loved the theme and ideas of the girls room. Maybe when they grow to keep the space. You can save up to get that twin bed that has the extra under sliding twin bed. 😊
That was very nice of you to clean nanny’s church. Doing things like that always feel so good. Volunteering is one of my husband and I’s favorite things to do together. I normally look for painting opportunities which I have become fairly good at over the years. We have done Habitat for Humanity a few times and one time they made the mistake of trying to have us mud and tape a bathroom and the lead project guy said thanks for trying but I think they need you outside for painting. 🤣
I had NO idea you could listen to books via the library! I immediately went to my library website and signed up. After your video, I am going to listen to Prince William's book! Thank you! I love to read but rarely sit still long enough. Now I can listen to books like I do podcasts. So cool! Thanks Merina!!
Wow! What an INCREDIBLE girls bedroom transformation! Your children are very lucky to have such creative, devoted, and loving parents. You've made a beautiful home.
I just you to know that you are amazing person! For the past month my grandmother in law and I have been binge watching you. If you could give my grandmother in law a shout out I'd really appreciate it. She's had a rough past 2 months. Her husband of 67 years died last Christmas and then this Christmas eve she broke her knee and has been sick. She always finds joy in watching you and absolutely loves Shane and your babies! We both do honestly. She's always telling my husband that him and Shane should be friends. Please never change sweet lady! Also I feel as tho watching you is helping me become closer to Jesus. Thank you for that!
Mattress protectors would probably nullify any worries re the foam & chemicals etc. You can buy cosy fleece ones or polyester & cotton mix ones. Their bed room looks amazing & so much bigger .
Dreft is amazing on stains even old ones!!!!!! I used that on my grandbabies clothes when he was a baby and would have a blow out!!! Dreft got the stains out almost every time!!!!!! I love Shane!!!!!❤He is so handsome and just an all around great guy!!!!!!!!!! He’s a really good dad to!!!!
It's been pouring rain all day here in northeast Ohio, which doesn't agree with my fibromyalgia..so frustrating! So. I appreciate the motivation today for sure and I'm going to clean and declutter right along with you this evening. Thanks for always giving me the kick in the butt I need to get moving! Love you all 💞
The girls room is absolutely beautiful!! You and Shane did an amazing job !! I wish I had your decorating sense!! I’m so sorry for the rude comments you get! It makes me sad for you. I don’t know why people have to be so rude Love you my friend ❤
I pray your nanny feels better soon :) she is very precious and I know you love her a lot . The church is beautiful and I’m sure you enjoy going :) the girls room looks great and you organized it all so well . Good job my friend I know the girls love having more space to move around and to play :) the Bible says to much is given much is required and you are TRUELY living up to that because you are making the best with what you have and the place you live is beautiful . I’ve lived in a few trailers and they are nice I loved it . I’ve rented all my life because I have disabilities so right now I’m in a house but I try to keep it fixed up as good as I can and take care of what the Lord has allowed me to have . Big hugs to you all .
If u do ever want to put pictures or something on the wall using Command Strips really help. It doesn’t put a hole in the wall and they’re pretty sturdy👍🏽
The room is beautiful!! I have heard some van life people say that an enclosed mattress space became an issue for moisture/mold. The question about heat made me think of the issue. Could be something to watch for, just in case 😊. You’re rockin it girl!
Not trying to be part of your Merina cult, hahaha, but you completely stunned me when you spoke about wanting a community of differing views, etc. Beautifully said and I appreciate it so much! ❤
Veteran mom of 4 crazy kids here. 🤪Next year, declutter before Christmas!! Makes life (slightly, lol) easier. Thanks for the video! You always brighten my day :)
I just found your channel tonight. Girl you got 79.5k subscribers!!! I am two years in on having my channel and am blessed with 153, the last time I looked. It is really fir a targeted audience for Christian. So For that reason, it will probably grow in Gods timing. When you kept saying in your earlier video that you wanted to be her friend. I could totally relate because I’d enjoy you as a friend. ❤ Your great with editing!!! Wow! I’ve been learning it slowly, so my content is very raw and real. Just how I figure, God must want it that way for now. I am in Oklahoma, have an awesome day! 😊
I love your energy and laughter. And your so relatable. I have a 17 yr old granddaughter who will read 3 to 4 books at once. She reads one gets bored starts another & so on & so on.
You sold me on going to pick up that book and kudos on you for stepping up and helping Nanny with going in to clean the church. You truly have a heart of gold.
Hello hello!! Glad to see a new video uploaded, been missing you! I absolutely loved your last video with the girls’ room!🥰 You cleaning the church made me think of love on two feet… would love to see another one of those. Hope all is well with everyone. Enjoy the rest of the week.
I can't believe anyone would make fun of yall,you have a beautiful family and you're a great mom! Also it's not what people say,it's how they say it." Do unto others as you would want done to you...."
I remember my aunt and I started working on a very nice gift…soon as I’m back up to myself we’ll finish it..btw Nanny is my adopted nanny too 😏 your videos keep me going during this difficult time!! God bless❤
@@fearfullycreated omg thanks so much for responding….I pray you truly know what a light to this world you are!! You and your family are such a blessing… ministries come in tons of different ways🤔I believe this is yours 😏😒🙌🏽🙏🏽 God bless and keep you guys!!
The girl's room is so cozy and beautiful! It's hard when they are younger to organize with all the little tiny toys. You did a fabulous job. I miss my girls this young. We were always organizing and redefining spaces in their rooms. Now, we organize and redefine spaces in their own homes. 🤣 I love your videos!!
Boy, Merina, you really are becoming a cleaning whiz! Helping your sweet Nanny is a blessing for you both. I hope her surgery goes well. Tell her to get that knee fixed, too. I’m about to do that in the 24th of this month. Say a prayer or two for me. I’m not looking forward to it, but afterwards it will be wonderful. No more knee pain!
Yay!!! I’m on time! Perfect timing to! Watching as I clean and organize our school room/office/playroom 😆 Loved your girls’ room makeover! So beautiful!!!! 😍
You and the girls did great decluttering. I’m a boy mom and had the same issue with match box cars, action figures and accessories, tech decks, etc when he was young. I would talk to them about paying attention to things they really play and after six months or so. You through everything again. They always get new toys at birthdays and Christmas and sometimes just because. You made the room that your girls wanted and would fit the space. It is very cute.
If you could remember me in your prayers I’m having surgery in the morning and I’m nervous as all get out lol. My anxiety has been high all week over it. It’s not a major surgery however it’s still a surgery so all the prayers I would greatly appreciate it!
Everyone needs a nanny like yours. I had one. You are a example of nanny’s love and guidance and what the love of Jesus being taught to our babies early does. Praying your nanny and her cleaning lady heal quickly. ❤
Sweetheart you are the REAL DEAL!!
I am 60 years old and I have just loved watching your videos.
You are touching so many lives with your ministry!!
Yes you have a ministry on You Tube one that is totally real and that is very rare
I have seen you grow over these years and trust me you are doing more and learning more and teaching more
You are such a blessing!!
Thank you for sharing your precious life with the world!! And doing it for REAL!!!!!❤️❤️❤️
Sweet friends like you are a true blessing!!!
I love the simplicity of Nannys church! Looks so cozy and welcoming!
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I would love to go to Nanny church.
So sweet of you to lend a helping hand! You are such a blessing💜
Just wanted to give you an update on my daughter. Her tumors haven’t grown or spread at all! Which is about as good as it gets with her diagnosis. She’ll have her next MRI in May. Love your energy to get it all done! I’ve been struggling with depression and anxiety since her diagnosis, and it’s hard for me to get motivated to get anything done. What a sweet person, mom, wife, and friend you are to so many!
Praise the Lord for your wonderful news!
My daughter is currently going through chemo for a tumor on her leg. We are at the hospital more than home. I hope all goes well for you guys... Your comment is all too familiar! Hang in there
Hang in there. Prayers for you and your family
Do not waste your time on haters… you are an awesome mom and wife. Your daughters room is amazing!
For real. Her reaction to some of these ridiculous comments makes me realize how much nicer she is than I am. Lol
@@Mamablev Me too! Lol! I couldn't be that sweet 🤣
I hate someone that is hateful to someone who has a heart of gold.
The girl's bedroom is one of my favorite makeovers you guys have done. Although all makeovers you've done are fabulous! Love your content. God bless you and family. 💖
Your daughter's room is absolutely beautiful!! I wish I would of had a bedroom like that when I was a kid. Well done...😃
Thank you 😊
Me too!!!
People are unbelievable I get given advice and being concerned but if we thought of all these issues we would not have anything in our homes. You and Shane’s decision is what matters y’all are very wise for y’all’s ages I’m over 60 and get so much wisdom and y’all help me in great ideas for raising my grandchildren and everyday life thank you and Shane.bless y’all
I love that you showed not only the IG photo worthy part of the makeover, but also the real life kids version too! Great job, I would love a room like that, and I’m in my 40’s!🤣
I like your home make overs. Cause it’s reality on a budget. And , you make it look great !!❤
Merina you did the room perfectly for your girls needs! Just like a great Mama does! Don’t let anyone tell you differently! We all do the best for the moment we are in! 🥰
Recently started binge watching your previous videos and I have to say. I love you!!! I love your content. Your amazing!!!!!! Please never stop posting these 😂 I have literally seen a difference even in my own life from watching you. Like the way I’m talking to God more and just trying to be better in general. ❤️💙❤️❤️💙 thank you!
🥺🥺😭😭awww thank you so much for being so sweet
You are such a good mom! The twins bedroom was so cute and girly!! You might consider a mattress cover to keep them clean and dust free.
I love how this family loves each other, creates & laughs. Is there a single older version of Shane in the world? 🥰
Ikr
I know , it's absolutely beautiful how much he cares. he's always ready to do whatever needs to be done to make his wife and kids more comfortable. I love the whole family. They're a breath of fresh air to me
I once read a statement that said "An environment that is not safe to disagree in is not an environment focused on growth - Its an environment focused on control." I love the fact that you can take other peoples opinions into consideration (within reason) without getting offended. I thought a couple of the same concerns as others with the sizing of the beds but I figured when the girls grow out of those beds you can always sell them. 🤷♀️ I do think you did a fabulous job on the makeover. You give others inspiration who also live in a mobile home, such as myself. Keep doing what your doing sister. 👏 👏 👏
Merina another great video. You have come a long way you are developing alot of good homemaking skills to help you become more organized and save time .❤
You’re an amazing lady ! In honesty I had assumed most of what you explained. But the fact you took this amount of time to explain it out is what makes you so wonderful. With and without the toys it’s gorgeous! Y’all do some serious makeovers ! 😂❤
I have two friends as a stay at home mom, and they are my friends from high school. One doesn't even live in the same state as I do and the other lives an hour away and they don't have a kid or partner so they have lots of flexibility to adventure. I have felt very lonely the last ~5 years and I don't know how to put it but Merina (sry if I spelled it wrong!) you are someone who feels like a friend. Just a calm aura and genuine kindness and love is what you radiate and I get genuinely excited to watch any video you post. This will help me stay up tonight as my little kid had a really amazing cat nap (for her) and will definitely be up super late. 😂❤️
The girls room looks amazing! That closet has a lot of potential. Y’all could definitely elevate the bar where you hang their clothes, add a shelf UNDERNEATH for the board games and boxes and still have room for their doll house. Some good lighting would probably entice them to keep the play in there too
My mil has a church just like this. And she is the same as ur nanny....stand their preaching with a newborn in her arms. Gotta love it
I like how you explained how you figure budgets for each project. Super helpful. I keep telling myself I'm gonna do the brick in my living room!
I need to read more and I love to read but I have got where the Lord gets on me because I should be reading the word. But maybe this year we will see. My mom always cleaned the church... brought back memories. I am still binge watching I missed a couple of month . Sorry but I was with my daughter. She came and got me and took me from fla to Arkansas. She made detective of the year while I was there. Very proud momma. Love yall
Your outlook on things is so refreshing. Everyone should be as nice and accepting as you. And thank you for pointing out the usefulness of the older generation ❤😂
Absolutely LOVE how relatable you are!! I have a big family as well, we going to be a family of 7 come may. We don’t have a ton of space in our double wide but you definitely show us how to make the very best of what you got! And just wanna let you know you have been giving me such motivation to be a better me. For my family, and myself. Keep it up!❤
That’s all it is! Knowing what to do with the space you have!!! Love and blessing dear friend!!!
Merina,just a suggestion= add the felt things on the bottom of the girls storage bins. It will keep from scratching paint over time. The felt things are made to put on furniture to keep from scratching floors but also great for other things.
Yes!
I didn’t know this. Thanks!!
You can get them from the dollar tree too!
Not that I’ve added those things on baskets but great idea lol
We add them to the cabinet doors
You and Shane did an amazing job on the girls room. The room turned out super cute. The girls did a great job on getting rid of the toys they weren't playing with anymore. Great makeover as always!
You and Shane have created a happy, beautiful and “bigger” bedroom for your girls!! Well done Mom and Dad!!!!
I think what you did was amazing to your girls room. The main reason I wanted to comment though was because they comment on your video like you didn't tell us plenty of times you don't do anything to there room without asking them and them giving you ideas. Your kids are clearly healthy, loved, and seem very happy & grateful. In my option (which might not mean much) the most important thing to me is that my kids are well taken care of, have a clean place to live and play. All the extra stuff is fun and great but that isn't always possible for some people and unfortunately some people do not understand that. I think your doing a great job keep up the great work!
Hi, I admire how you and your husband take time in the organization of your home. You think things through to suit your family's needs, lovely room for your girls.
I have watched several of your videos back to back. I have enjoyed every minute of it. I wish I had the motivation to keep my house tidy like yours. And love love love all your projects. I am from Tennessee too but I am in middle. It’s like I am watching one of my friends. You actually talk like me, I am not used to hearing folks on here talking like me. Wish y’all well!!
Hi sweetie, I loved the room. The children are so blessed to have you and Shane. I know you already have sheets on the beds, but I would suggest a mattress pad to cover the foam, separating it from their body. Or maybe another fitted sheet that stays on there. Love to all!
"You can do a lot with a little"❤️💛✨️. Space saving tip, shoe hangers can be used for loads of stuff, especially arts and crafts
Hi sweet girl, loved the girls room y'all did an amazing job! Praying for your Nan and the precious lady that cares for the church. Thank you for being around whenever I need a smile. Love, hugs and giggles! 💝💝💝🥰🥰🙏
Awwww thank you for being here! Love and appreciate you!
Found your channel through Shannon! I really enjoyed you walking us through the process in this room which turned out so cute! It’s tough to have 2 kiddos in one small room (we have that too but one boy and one girl). You ended up with so much storage! It’s more than I could handle in a space but we are all on different spectrums with what we can manage and I really like how you are teaching your kids to think critically about stuff- it takes time more for some kids than others. I was so proud that this last time I helped my oldest (13y boy) declutter when he moved rooms he actually got rid of so much, didn’t get overwhelmed or fight or upset and was proud of his work- so it does come but some are slower than others arriving there!!! He only took 13 y😂! We started trying to help him declutter for many years but until I got more serious about us living in the smaller space we were in and having room to actually live and function then he seemed to grasp it better and make good progress. We downsized in 2020 to get to a better space for our medically fragile child (who has tons of med supplies) so it’s been an ongoing battle with stuff since at least the past 10.5y (she’s 10.5). The room looks beautiful!!! Great work mama! Have you heard of Dana K White? It might be helpful during your projects to focus on a few non negotiable to keep it from getting too hard to catch up: 1- dishes 2- sweep floors 3- 5min pick up (everyone helps) and probably laundry would be helpful too- but it takes time and the less you keep the raiser it is to stay on top of stuff when you have projects- definitely true in my life!!! Blessings!!
This was a great video that not a lot of bloggers do, the steps that they go through before, during and after of project planning. Great job, Merina! ❤
Marina, as much as you love to read, and some of us do too you should start a book reading club on here. I love to read too, but I work all the time but could very well listen on the library app. I had no idea there was such a thing. It’s just a thought. I love watching you! God bless you for your loyalty to your Nanny. She’s blessed to have you and you her. Such a precious lady.
Excited to come along as you and the girls go through their toys and pop the ones they love back into their room. Amazing job teaching them the skills they’ll need as they grow xx
I love watching you. My brother in his seventies, lives with me and I help him stay home instead of a long term care facility. He came in the living room and I was watching you. 😂 I had to drop what I was watching so he could see your tour! He loved it! Soooooo, you and Shane got kuddos from him for your great work!
You deserve an award for all your hard work!! You go mama!!!
Serving the Lord in his house is a great feeling,and something he wants from all of us🙌. Love the kid’s room it adorable ❤️. Talking about budgeting your money yes, when I was first married 48 yrs ago. We would take $50 a week and put in savings. It grew so fast especially for back then. In the 70’s. I commend you for saving the way you do for different things. I love your videos. They are so much fun to watch! Thank you❤️
You and Shane did an amazing job. Maximizing the space gives them so much more room. The organization and design is awesome.
I love your response to the haters. You really are a great example of how to live like Jesus.
I've been watching for a few weeks or so now, and I just adore your personality and the family vibe. Fellow homeschool mom living in cramped quarters, up a little bit in eastern KY! Wishing you guys all the best. Thanks for feeling like an internet friend! Having cancer in 2021 made me a hermit, and I'm okay with that, because I'm now happy and healing and so glad to have found your channel for positivity, realness, love, and funnies. 😄
I love how excited you are about a book you are reading. Makes my teacher heart warm and fuzzy. The love of reading is a lifetime gift. I know you are raising readers and what a blessing that is. I really enjoy your videos.
You and Shane are the BEST!!! Nothing but love for your beautiful family! ❤️ The Bowers Family
Love and appreciate you friend ☺️☺️
I totally agree with you on how you did the girls room. Used to live in the same size mobile home & those rooms are tiny. I think you did a great job on maiming space for the girls. Unless you've lived in a mobile home it's hard to understand the challenges. Including the walls!😄
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Merina, you, Shane and the girls did a phenomenal job with their room. So proud of the girls for sharing their toys with other children. I think will take ownership of their room and enjoy the space! God bless!
Merina, you're one of the most amazing women I have come across on this interwebs! I would adore being friends with you. I'm 47 yo and have ZERO. POINT friends. I was disabled when I was in law enforcement and my health is terrible. It 100% showed me who my true family was and my friends and sadly the majority of both and all of the others are non-existent now. I have followed your channel for a long, long time now. I just rarely comment bc I don't know I just feel like I have nothing of real value to add but I do love and adore you and your family. I have a double wide that desperately needs renovations but being seriously ill has kept me from being able to do so. Hugs girl!
Hey Merina, wow, wow, wow!!!! Thank you for taking the time to explain how you budget makeovers. And the fact that it took a year to save, shows the patience you all have.
The girls room looks amazing! I love the extra storage you put in there. You and Shane make a great husband and wife team.
As far as the closest, I'm sure it will be amazing what you do. The research you put in to doing these makeovers is wow!!! Great job and I look forward to more.
Loving the diversity in the dolls. Also, I suggest that all toys have to be cleaned up before bed every night to help create healthy cleaning habits. Furthermore, I recommend them choosing toys to fill one small trashbag each twice a year to donate.
I would love to see you guys tackle an extended outdoor living space partially covered and then make double doors going out onto it that would be awesome and a nice hang out for the family during the summer
I started watching you because I enjoy watching cleaning videos; it motivates me to get off my behind and be productive. I am not at all religious and personally have no use for it (not trying to be offensive, just being honest 🤷🏻♀️) but I find you to be a very nice, good person that loves her family, looks to better herself and her home, and does her best to be kind every day. There is not enough of that in the world. I don't judge anyone and gravitate to people that give off those kindness vibes! I lost my daughter in June and appreciate watching videos for distraction and to occupy my mind while I continue to grieve and hopefully, get on the path to healing sooner or later. So thank you for being a pleasant and motivating distraction! I very much appreciate you!
Wow the girls room looked beautiful, you did a great job decluttering it also. It’s got to be so satisfying to purge and organize. Good job girlfriend and girls.
Just came across your videos today.
Love your enthusiasm, honesty, educational information and the fun you have sharing what you both do.
When it comes to the foam for the beds, there's also matress pads, so long as they are more cotton than not, that will help keep things cooler.
The reason the foam gets hot is that there's no place for air flow.
Layers of cotton, whether fullfy bath towels, several layers of sheets (although these can bunch up), or cotton layered mattress pads are all good equivalents to cooling pads.
You've done a beautiful job with the space you have.
It inspires me to continuemoving toward getting my own 1984 Sterling mobile home renovated.
Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Great job Mom and girls! Teaching them to bless others by getting rid of stuff they no longer play with. Love their room and your family! BTW- Your very smart on how you budget for these home makeovers. You have gotten your whole house done and it looks so good, warm and cozy!
Thank you for clearing the church! You are awesome. And the best decorator I have every seen in my 70 years. You are any amazing blessing. I have been depressed and your video, lifted my spirits. You are so adorable!!!
I just found your channel about 3 or 4 months ago. Since then, I have been binge watching ALL of your videos. I think I’ve almost watched them all. You are such an AMAZING person with such a beautiful family. I am a homeschool mom myself (going on my 3rd year). You are such an inspiration and a breath of fresh air. All of your videos truly bring me joy! ❤️
You are such a good and thoughtful person. With all that you have to do as a home schooling mother to 4 you still found time to clean at your church.
You and Shane did a fantastic job on the girls room. It was very interesting to hear your process when thinking of a makeover. Merina, for those days when you are so busy , I would suggest doing a crock pot meal. Throw it together and go about your busy day! Love you, I hope you were safe with your bad weather. Love ya,
I loved the theme and ideas of the girls room. Maybe when they grow to keep the space. You can save up to get that twin bed that has the extra under sliding twin bed. 😊
Hi. It's called a Trundle Bed 🛏️👍
Hi Merina 😊. You and Shane did a great job on your daughters room. So pretty!
Thank you 😊
You did a wonderful job on your daughter’s room. You do not have to answer negative comments. Keep up the good work.
That was very nice of you to clean nanny’s church. Doing things like that always feel so good. Volunteering is one of my husband and I’s favorite things to do together. I normally look for painting opportunities which I have become fairly good at over the years. We have done Habitat for Humanity a few times and one time they made the mistake of trying to have us mud and tape a bathroom and the lead project guy said thanks for trying but I think they need you outside for painting. 🤣
😂😂sounds like something that would’ve happened to me! God bless sweet friend!
I had NO idea you could listen to books via the library! I immediately went to my library website and signed up. After your video, I am going to listen to Prince William's book! Thank you! I love to read but rarely sit still long enough. Now I can listen to books like I do podcasts. So cool! Thanks Merina!!
Not even 5 minutes in and I’m so in awe of how sweet you are
Wow! What an INCREDIBLE girls bedroom transformation! Your children are very lucky to have such creative, devoted, and loving parents. You've made a beautiful home.
I just you to know that you are amazing person! For the past month my grandmother in law and I have been binge watching you. If you could give my grandmother in law a shout out I'd really appreciate it. She's had a rough past 2 months. Her husband of 67 years died last Christmas and then this Christmas eve she broke her knee and has been sick. She always finds joy in watching you and absolutely loves Shane and your babies! We both do honestly. She's always telling my husband that him and Shane should be friends. Please never change sweet lady! Also I feel as tho watching you is helping me become closer to Jesus. Thank you for that!
I will definitely be praying for your grandmama! Be sure to tell her that!! Thank you so much for the kind words!! God bless!! ☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️
Thank you! 😊
People shouldn’t be so critical. I love what you’ve done. Your church reminds me of the community I’m from. I miss home. God bless
Mattress protectors would probably nullify any worries re the foam & chemicals etc. You can buy cosy fleece ones or polyester & cotton mix ones. Their bed room looks amazing & so much bigger .
Dreft is amazing on stains even old ones!!!!!! I used that on my grandbabies clothes when he was a baby and would have a blow out!!! Dreft got the stains out almost every time!!!!!! I love Shane!!!!!❤He is so handsome and just an all around great guy!!!!!!!!!! He’s a really good dad to!!!!
You have such a great outlook on life. I wish more people were as nice and sensible as you.
We just gotta be the influence 😊😊😊
Hey girl you keep me on track, I need prayers. I am having financial struggles this month with it being so slow 😊 thank you for all you do
It's been pouring rain all day here in northeast Ohio, which doesn't agree with my fibromyalgia..so frustrating! So. I appreciate the motivation today for sure and I'm going to clean and declutter right along with you this evening. Thanks for always giving me the kick in the butt I need to get moving! Love you all 💞
Thank you for being such a sweet person ☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️
@@fearfullycreated 🥰🥰
Northeast Ohio here as well, very dreary day💦💨marina lights it up💕
@@lisakessler5749 Yes! She is a beautiful bright light ✨️
NE Ohio for me too! Yesterday was pretty dreary! Spring will be here soon .. hopefully!😂
Stand on your soap box and preach! You are an amazing momma and your makeovers are AWESOME! GOD IS GOOD!
The girls room is absolutely beautiful!! You and Shane did an amazing job !! I wish I had your decorating sense!!
I’m so sorry for the rude comments you get! It makes me sad for you. I don’t know why people have to be so rude
Love you my friend ❤
I pray your nanny feels better soon :) she is very precious and I know you love her a lot . The church is beautiful and I’m sure you enjoy going :) the girls room looks great and you organized it all so well . Good job my friend I know the girls love having more space to move around and to play :) the Bible says to much is given much is required and you are TRUELY living up to that because you are making the best with what you have and the place you live is beautiful . I’ve lived in a few trailers and they are nice I loved it . I’ve rented all my life because I have disabilities so right now I’m in a house but I try to keep it fixed up as good as I can and take care of what the Lord has allowed me to have . Big hugs to you all .
If u do ever want to put pictures or something on the wall using Command Strips really help. It doesn’t put a hole in the wall and they’re pretty sturdy👍🏽
The room is beautiful!! I have heard some van life people say that an enclosed mattress space became an issue for moisture/mold. The question about heat made me think of the issue. Could be something to watch for, just in case 😊. You’re rockin it girl!
Not trying to be part of your Merina cult, hahaha, but you completely stunned me when you spoke about wanting a community of differing views, etc. Beautifully said and I appreciate it so much! ❤
I'm so glad you shared that it takes weeks to recover your house after a make over...at least I'm not the only one.
Veteran mom of 4 crazy kids here. 🤪Next year, declutter before Christmas!! Makes life (slightly, lol) easier. Thanks for the video! You always brighten my day :)
Also, you should be picky about books. My dad (church leader) always told me to be very aware of what I let into my brain, heart, spirit…
Teaching your kids it’s ok to get rid of stuff is such a good thing ❤
I’m here for painting Nanny’s church! It’s too cute! ❤
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@@fearfullycreated You should open the option for your followers I'm willing to bet people would show up for free! Gods work 😁
I just found your channel tonight. Girl you got 79.5k subscribers!!! I am two years in on having my channel and am blessed with 153, the last time I looked. It is really fir a targeted audience for Christian. So For that reason, it will probably grow in Gods timing. When you kept saying in your earlier video that you wanted to be her friend. I could totally relate because I’d enjoy you as a friend. ❤ Your great with editing!!! Wow! I’ve been learning it slowly, so my content is very raw and real. Just how I figure, God must want it that way for now. I am in Oklahoma, have an awesome day! 😊
Your book review is literally cracking me up! I’m in tears!
😂😂😂😂😂I’m probably making no sense!!!
I love your energy and laughter. And your so relatable. I have a 17 yr old granddaughter who will read 3 to 4 books at once. She reads one gets bored starts another & so on & so on.
You and Shane are Awesome parents !!! Bless you and your family !!!
You sold me on going to pick up that book and kudos on you for stepping up and helping Nanny with going in to clean the church. You truly have a heart of gold.
Hello hello!! Glad to see a new video uploaded, been missing you! I absolutely loved your last video with the girls’ room!🥰 You cleaning the church made me think of love on two feet… would love to see another one of those. Hope all is well with everyone. Enjoy the rest of the week.
You as well dear friend 😊😊😊😊
I thought of "Love on Two Feet" as well. It will be nice to see another one of those videos.
I can't believe anyone would make fun of yall,you have a beautiful family and you're a great mom! Also it's not what people say,it's how they say it." Do unto others as you would want done to you...."
I remember my aunt and I started working on a very nice gift…soon as I’m back up to myself we’ll finish it..btw Nanny is my adopted nanny too 😏 your videos keep me going during this difficult time!! God bless❤
Nanny loves hearing about all the love that comes her way 😊😊😊😊
@@fearfullycreated omg thanks so much for responding….I pray you truly know what a light to this world you are!! You and your family are such a blessing… ministries come in tons of different ways🤔I believe this is yours 😏😒🙌🏽🙏🏽 God bless and keep you guys!!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE that girls room.You couldn't have done any better.You both work good as a team when you do these makeovers.
Prefect timing! Just logged off work… have myself a snack and drink…. I’m ready to enjoy hour long show! Thank you! Looking forward to it
Get on in here!!! 😊
The girl's room is so cozy and beautiful! It's hard when they are younger to organize with all the little tiny toys. You did a fabulous job. I miss my girls this young. We were always organizing and redefining spaces in their rooms. Now, we organize and redefine spaces in their own homes. 🤣 I love your videos!!
Great job on the girls room it looks awesome
Thank you 😊
Boy, Merina, you really are becoming a cleaning whiz! Helping your sweet Nanny is a blessing for you both. I hope her surgery goes well. Tell her to get that knee fixed, too. I’m about to do that in the 24th of this month. Say a prayer or two for me. I’m not looking forward to it, but afterwards it will be wonderful. No more knee pain!
Yay!!! I’m on time! Perfect timing to! Watching as I clean and organize our school room/office/playroom 😆 Loved your girls’ room makeover! So beautiful!!!! 😍
You and the girls did great decluttering. I’m a boy mom and had the same issue with match box cars, action figures and accessories, tech decks, etc when he was young. I would talk to them about paying attention to things they really play and after six months or so. You through everything again. They always get new toys at birthdays and Christmas and sometimes just because. You made the room that your girls wanted and would fit the space. It is very cute.
If you could remember me in your prayers I’m having surgery in the morning and I’m nervous as all get out lol. My anxiety has been high all week over it. It’s not a major surgery however it’s still a surgery so all the prayers I would greatly appreciate it!
Prayers are heading your way sweet friend😊😊😊😊😊
Thank you!!
You are to kind to those who have to much time on their hands. You are truly a amazing person