Gosh, this is the most beautiful comment section. I've sat here and read every single one, each warming my heart and making me feel less alone. Refreshing to read in a world that can seem and feel so divided. Much love to everyone ❤️. We love you Bonnie
I love it when you show this side of motherhood Bonnie, the real, the raw, the mental health struggles. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows sometimes but I just want you to know that you’re doing your best, even when you think you aren’t! 🙂 so thank you!
I’m not even done watching the clip of Cody explaining what he did with his day but I had to stop and write this because my heart can’t take it! It is so fun seeing him excited to tell you about his day and the well spoken young man he is turning into. I’m looking over at my 7 week old baby boy in the swing and can’t wait for moments like these with him ❤️ thank you for sharing
Glad you live where kids can be free and safe to come and go and have fun like I did as a kid over 50 years ago lots of places thats not possible Hang in there Bonnie hang and feel better
I totally understand your dentist anxiety. The last time I went I sat and bawled, I couldn't stop. They were so kind to me, sat with me, calmed down and finished the visit... the gas probably helped too. 😂🤪
I love how they were super excited of telling you about their day! they felt they could tell you everything! And is so sweet that Olivia and Cody hung out togheder! Precious bond between you all!
Bonnie, please give yourself more grace! We all know we will have “crappy” situations in life and it’s okay! We are all doing the best we can! We always know that your Tutes is going to make you feel better during those times, because he loves his Dolly! We all love your family and enjoy each and every vlog! 💕
Love you Bonnie ! Thank you for being so real ! We are all human , and you can look back back later on and laugh about it and chalk it up as a memory as in these times that memories are built and we laugh about them ! You are a treasure! xxxx
Bonnie you almost had me in tears.. Panic attacks are no joke.. I’m sending you a Big ole Bear Hug all the way from Kentucky. I think we all are hard on ourselves, just know you are one heck of a Mother. Your children are so Blessed to have a Mother like you that loves them unconditionally and wants what’s best for them. It’s hard being a parent, heck we wasn’t given a manual on how to raise them much less how to correct them a properly.. I’ve said this too you many times, you have some of the Best Children, they are so well mannered and it shows the example you and Joel set before them.. We raise them and we hope pray what we’ve taught them enough so that it sticks with them for the rest of their lives.. I pray that your home sells soon. I can’t wait to see your New Home, I know it’s going too be Stunning and you will decorate it so pretty that it will look like something you see in a Magazine.. Your home now is beautiful and you’ve decorated it so pretty....
The kids are enjoying there freedom responsibly. I remember when my kid’s finally got this experience with their sibling and others and I think it depends on the kid in response to your question. You are exactly correct in my opinion but your opinion is what matters because these are your children (and Joel’s) and you know them better than any of your viewers!
Aww I just love hearing about the kids playing with neighborhood friends. It makes my heart break a little for when you move (I hate change.... even positive change) I know there will be new, wonderful experiences awaiting them but this stage of life will never be back again. I'm thankful every day for my home in the country but will always look back with fondness at neighborhood life and the ease of my kids being entertained right outside our door. It's so strange to me how much I will miss your little brick house and yard. ♥️
Bonnie, being a mom, wife, and a TH-cam vlogger, all while dealing with a bad tooth ache and having to be ready at a moments notice to show your house…….girl, you deserve a good cry! Don’t be hard on yourself! Big hugs from this mama 🤗
I love you, Bonnie. I sat here watching this video and cried with you.😢 When you said that all you wanted to do was take some ibuprofen and lay down, and then you received that message and you weren’t able to, my heart just went out to you. I don’t know how you do it. I am chronically ill, and I know how it feels when you just need to rest. It broke my heart that you ended up having such a busy day while not feeling well. (I’m just like you in the crying department…I cry all the time too.)😭 I just think that you are an amazing person! The way you and your husband are raising your children, you are incredible examples to us all. I just want you to know that you are loved.💜💜💜😘
What a day you had! The look in your eyes with the mom guilt for losing it with the kids broke my heart and I just want to give you a big hug. We have all been there. Thank you for including that, it's so easy to look at your beautiful family and home and forget we only see a small edited part of your day and that behind all the beauty is a normal family just doing their best and some days are just hard to get through. Sounds like Olivia and Cody had an awesome day! I hope Bostons ankle is feeling better. Sending love from Wilsonville Oregon
Bonnie. I cry about everything too. Things just come tumbling down all at once and it just gets to be too much. Crying is good for the soul. Today was my day to cry and I just couldn’t stop. Better days ahead Bon!
Oh my I feel this so much!! My 4 year old is special needs and every day is SO HARD!!! I don’t share it with many people bc I always get the judge mental comments from people who have never had to walk the road that I do. I just wanted to tell you that I’ve watched many of your vlogs and you are an amazing mother!!! ♥️ Thank you for sharing these raw and real moments of life. I know I speak for every mother out there when I say it helps so much to know that we all experience these moments just about every day and momming is just rough sometimes!! Sending you big hugs and positive vibes!! ♥️
Bonnie I feel your pain in everything you have covered in this vlog. Trying to deal with panic and anxiety is no joke, but you did it and got through that part of the day. Being a parent part of it is losing our cool and having a meltdown, you wouldn’t be human if you didn’t. Your a fantastic parent and your kids know they are your world and it is not always a bad thing for them to see real emotion in the moment. I totally understand that horrible feeling of guilt afterwards but your kids will understand and love how open and honest you are with them, that is true parenting. Your are a fantastic Mom and your kids are a credit to you and Joel so you are definitely doing lots of things right! ❤️
Bonnie. I have have had a lot of medical procedures done in the last five years. Two shoulder replacements. So now even if I go to the dentist I am so anxious. It's got really bad lately. Luckily my dentist is utterly understanding. Also patient bless. I was in tears the last time. I only had to have one of my front teeth built up. As I had gotten a small crack on the bottom. It didn't hurt, it just looked horrible. Love your family. 😍😍Those children of yours are growing up so lovely. They are very respectful and kind to each other ad others. God bless you all. 🙏😍
All of us mother’s lose it with our children, especially under stress. My children are now grown and I still remember some of those times. Give yourself some grace with all that’s going on in your family. I LOVE longer vlogs and the real side of life. Love you! P.S. rewatch the beginning when you’re giving your children positive attention and praising them. 🥰
Our lives aren't always butterflies and rainbows, I am so glad you are sharing this because I have had a crappy week and I needed a reminder of it's okay to cry.
Bonnie, you are such a kindhearted Mum to not only acknowledge that it's hard for Boston to not kick/run but still being concerned about letting him be involved. I agree with you, you can learn a lot by watching and supporting your team. 💖 Also, four time root canal patient here and all I can swear by is Ice paks, ice paks, ice paks!
We are also relocating. I’m in a hotel with three kids for tenting our new home. I deeply feel what you’re going through- you’re not alone. I admire your strength!
Oh my heart. Bonnie, you are such a light in this dark world. We all have bad days, really Crappy days! And it’s like one thing after another just piles up and the little things are what sets you off the most. We have all been there. You’re a great mom, a great wife and a great person! I wish I knew you in real life and we were neighbors! ❤️
Oh sweet girl... if my arms could stretch from Kentucky, I'd give you a big ol hug. So much love and respect for you Bonnie that you showed this honest raw side of you. All of us mom's can relate to this. In 20 years you'll look back and laugh.
I’m still healing from rolling my ankle about 3 weeks ago. I was stepping off a treadmill and my foot caught the side of the tread, rolling my ankle. I bought a hard brace from Walgreens which has helped tremendously!
Wow, what an intense day, I felt secondhand anxiety for you! I love how your kids all came into the laundry to hang out and talk about their day. My daughters always float over to wherever I am (no private space in my house!) and play their games where I am working. "Your family deserve the same consideration and respect as your friends" or "Your sister's feelings are as real and important as your friends'" are things I often say to my daughters, too.
Bonnie, getting a house ready to show is the most stressful thing. You want it all to be perfect as possible! I dare to say that most of us women would have reacted the very same way! In those moments, we have to take a deep breath and tell ourselves that if it’s meant to be those things will not be a make or break deal. We we looked for our home it’s more about location, the room sizes and layout, the quality of the home. The other things are very minor or the final decision. Your awesome showing us your real world. It makes us feel less pressure. I hate the dental work! I feel you there too! 🥰
I'm always on the verge of tears at the dentist, it feels like a big win if I don't cry at all. It's a fight against my anxiety every single time. I'm not this way in any other scenario except the dentist!
😢 💗 😭 💗 😢 I'm sorry you had that happen In yesterday's vlog, @bonniehoellein You are not alone when having THOSE DAYS!!! No matter how hard you try to hold EVERYTHING and EVERYONE together, we're just human beings trying to get through this life the best we can. And going to so much effort to show your home then having something throw a wrench it your plans, can be VERY DANTING! You are certainly OK with your feelings. Hang in there! BTW, your home is SPECTACULAR!! I can't wait to see how AWESOMELY decorated your new home will be! You should be a home designer. You have GREAT TASTE 💗💗💗 Betty in Oregon - with 2 adult kids in Logan ~ a beautiful city to live in!
I love hearing the kids talk about First Dam! It was my happy place in high school and I hung out there all year long to think, have time alone, and take pictures. It also happens to be the first and only time I got pulled over 🤣😂🤣😂 watch out for those double yellow lines and don’t back up over them!!! Don’t be hard on yourself, this is real life and thank you for sharing! I remember being Lincoln’s age when we moved and I remember running around the house cleaning it/my mom stressing out over it. You’ll all be ok and it will sell. The kids will forgive you and good for you for apologizing because I know my mom would NEVER do that!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Today is a new day and a fresh start, hun!
Oh Bonnie, I can completely relate I literally sob everytime I go to the dentist. & I absolutely love the couple of minutes of when your doing the laundry and the kids are just chatting about the day. They are so sweet to each other and love each other so much you have raised such an amazing family Bonnie and Joel🥰🥰I love you guys sir much your the best TH-cam family out there! :)And I love how none of your videos are like ever clip bait and you post often and dont post like once every twice and week like other you tubers. And I love how you guys are christians and go to church. I go to church to where I live. Its called hopruce and Mark and Darlene zschech run it. & Bonnie I love how you show that your not perfect and you say when you have a ruff time, It has been such a ruff day for you and you have done so well! LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH! p.s I love the long vlogs so much! -Destiny
Super relatable. For some crazy reason I decided to rescue strays after I raised my 3 kiddo’s, and it’s been harder and more frustrating than anything else I ever done in life. My cats make the biggest messes after Ive cleaned up after them all day. Makes my kids look like they were angels. Why did I do this to myself?!😂
Bonnie, I think that you are doing a GREAT job of rearing your children !!!! I think that it all depends upon how mature the child is and where you live whether you allow them to go out and do things on their own or with some friends who also should be trustworthy. I LOVE how you tell them that they have to be nice to their siblings before they can go and play with their friends. It's a WONDERFUL way to let them know how to interact with EVERYONE. It also shows them that they should be kind to everyone. This world is getting so "rough" and to know that you are training them in this manner is VERY heartwarming to me. I also LOVE the way that you get them to tell you about their day while you are doing housework. It shows them how interested in them that you truly are. I didn't get to hear about Lincoln's day though. What did he do ? I was kind of yucked-out about the way that they put the dead fish on the road and let people run over them. I think that a life lesson could have been learned here about respecting ALL of God's creatures - even if they ARE already dead . It just upset me to hear about that. So sad for the poor fish. Leaving the fish alone would have been the best thing to do so that nature's clean up crew could come and take care of the dead fish. (Ants ,etc..) Off of the road instead of on the road so that the clean up crew didn't get hurt while taking care of the dead fish. I DO KNOW that they are just children, but I think it's necessary to learn at ALL TIMES. I wouldn't tell them that they are in trouble or anything like that, but just to think about the way that God would feel about it before they do something like that again. I'm so sorry that you had to have a root canal done . I know that they can be VERY painful at times. Did you put ice on your face? You also might be able to put Ora Jel on your gums to help your pain. Ask your dentist if you can do that before you do it, though. Having a hair in your soup is a yucky thing to happen. Unless it's YOUR OWN hair !!!! THEN you at least know where it came from !!!!! If it was yours , that's not as bad as if it someone else's hair. YUCK !!!!! At least whomever pooped in their pants tried to clean it up. Even though they made a mess !!!! Bless your heart, you've had a VERY TERRIBLE DAY !!!! I used to work at a church run childcare and I have found that Avon's So Fresh (?) Oil that people take a soaking bath with takes the odor out of the air quickly when you need it to. You just put a few drops of it on a paper towel that you have folded and place it in the bottom of your trash can in the bathroom and it really works well. I used to put it in my diaper pail at childcare and it would really help to make my room smell so sweet and fresh !!!!!! I'm not sure if "So Fresh" is the name of it, though. It's been a LONG TIME since I used it and I can't remember the name of it exactly. I DO know that they used to sell it for people to put it on their skin to keep mosquitoes away. You might want to try putting ice and a wrap on Boston's ankle and try soaking it in Epsom salts as well as giving him ibuprofen if it's okay with his doctor for him to have it. I'm not sure if it was Boston or Cody whose ankle was hurt - sorry about that !!!!! I DO think that it was Boston, though. I'm just not positive about it. In getting back to the children going out by themselves or with some friends, I would be sure to tell them to be sure that they have their phones with them when they go out. Just in case they need to call you or the police if they have an emergency or if they feel threatened by someone near them.
i’m never up this early but i wanna say good morning bonnie you are like my internet family i love you all so much and you all make me so happy have a great weekend 🥺❤️
When I had my first root canal about 6 years ago and my daughter was about 1 year old.. anyways, I didn’t know what to expect and that shield over my face freaked me out.. I was so anxious and panicking during the whole thing.. I just kept chanting in my head Strong Mom, Strong Mom, Strong Mom.. I could not wait to get the heck out of there! It was so stressful!
Thank you for being real! We’ve all been there and will continue to go there ❤ I love that you give your kids freedoms based on their age/maturity and not just age as it’s so much more than a number. My oldest boy was way more mature at 5 than my second boy is and he certainly doesn’t have the freedoms his brother did. It’s how it is and keeps me sane 😊 I know you don’t love cell phones for kids, no judgement, but would toss out the Gizmo watch as it’s truly a lifesaver and gives me peace of mind for my youngest as I don’t want to helicopter him and allows him to learn to navigate life. Keep being you!!!!
I love longer videos!! I actually smiled so big when I saw that!💛 you are justified in your feelings- that’s a big day emotionally and cleaning so hard and having that happen SUCKS. I hate when you want everything to go right and it doesn’t, that’s mortality unfortunately. God never promised easy 💛 love you guys!
Omg Bonnie.. you have no idea how much I needed to see another mother in action today.. I'm a full time stay at home mom. I rarely get out. And sometimes it feels like I'm loosing my mind when all the kids try to talk to me, tell me their stories all at once, when I'm trying to get chores done. Then trying to keep an eye on the little ones at the same time.. it get crazy sometimes.. And sometimes I have to interupt one child to say something, sometimes I don't react to a story like they want me to. Makes me feel so very bad sometimes.. but seeing you do it, makes me feel a little less crazy and bad
This comment! I needed to hear this today. 4 kids ages 1-7 and full time stay at home mom as well. Sometimes you feel so alone, and hearing and seeing other people go through the same struggles helps immensely! ❤️
I run out of videos to watch, i’ve literally watched all of them and your videos are the only thing that makes me so happy, i’m in highschool and have so much stress and your vidoes make me feel so much better so thank you so much
We all have meltdowns. Forgive yourself. My daughter once said to me when she was 17, “well at least your teaching us that you can have a total meltdown, ask for forgiveness and go back to normal life”. She was being dead serious and still applies that every time she says at age 34 and has a husband and a baby, as she calls it, “has to be taken off the ledge in a panic”. As in, “ things feel as if they are falling apart when they were supposed to fall in line”. Life is all a lesson in learning and growing, we have the opportunity to teach our kids about life, forgiveness and love. You both do that everyday.
I had a tooth pulled at 8 months pregnant without proper numbing. They told me I couldn’t have Novocain and only a very small medication that had to be administered ever 20 mins. It was awful. Had a panic attack because it was taking 3 hours to pull a single tooth. I have such bad dental anxiety now. I get the laughing gas for everything!
Oh Bonnie I have been there. Our real estate agent had very specific instructions NOT to bother us on Saturday before 10:00 and not on Sunday at all. He would show up at our house with no call, no message whatsoever! He was THE worst!!! It happened so many weekends we completely flipped out on him! Having a house for sale is super stressful. I also would get so angry when people would open my kitchen/bathroom cabinets. Sorry for my rant. 😡 I hope you’re feeling better after your root canal. I’ve been there too, but I won’t rant about that. Lol
dont want to make you sad but in the laundry room where the kids were giving their stories. Boston was patiently waiting and we didn't get hear about his day. Boston did your soccer coach let you stay and watch. did you get a ball. Boston do you know how long it will be before you get to play.
I love that you can trust your community enough to give your kids some freedom. I’ve watched way too much True Crime I think…. My son is seven and I’m not even close to thinking about maaaaybe considering more freedoms for him unfortunately. I have 3.5 acres, he has freedoms in my yard 💗
I literally laughed out loud when Cody said he put dead fish on the road! Yeah as a driver I would of hated it but seriously that’s the funniest thing! Love that he’s just being a boy and having good safe fun! And now if I ever see a dead fish on the road I’m just going to chuckle and think of Cody.
Such a real moment! I can’t tell you how many times situations like that have happened to me cause that’s how things always roll for me, and I have blown up at the kids cause it was just the icing on top of the cake! Us women get blamed for going crazy but it’s usually cause a mom and wife’s job is never done! We take on so many roles and always have to put what we are going through personally aside just to deal with our daily life. So I get it totally! Here is a virtual hug 🤗 to let you know it happens
The last time I was at the dentist I was just trying not to pass out the ENTIRE TIME! I hate that I have so much anxiety every time I go. I loved the ending of this vlog, crying & laughing - 2 things I do best haha
Try not to be so hard on yourself, Bonnie.❤ Bless your heart...not a very fun day. Just having the root ca nal (complete with panic feelings) would be hard. Having a major "poopy" incident to clean up just minutes before a showing of your house would frazzle anyone's nerves. You do a great job parenting❣ Try to look at yourself the way God sees you & give yourself some grace.💖
I showed my husband the ice cream part because that’s definitely me, super emotional, hoping he will be on the same page as me for cravings. I hope you have a better day Bonnie!
I sure hope Boston's ankle heals. Oh I completely understand the dentist, I'm terrified because I've had so many issues as a kid with eyes and ears so my head is personal space and I just panic at the dentist. Selling house is so much work when you're still living in it. I'm sorry you had such a hard.
I so wished we live in a place where it was safe for my child to go play with friends like yours. It just is not safe here. What fun memories. Hugest, I can so relate to how you were feeling at the end.
Great vlog today you guys I love all of you guys so much and I hope that you are all having a wonderful day today ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You are human. You are a mom. And have kids. Just remember your kids are trying to be helpful and clean up after them self's. And maybe they saw you were already stressed. Hang in there gal. You and your family are awesome
Although you had a crappy day I loved this vlog it’s real “sheezze” lol happens like daily sometimes and I identify, the dentist freak out defo a panic attack I used to have them constantly they are difficult to explain but you literally feel like you are going to pass out it’s hard to breathe your chest feels heavy. Love you bonnie big hugs 🤗
We all have bad days. I dont think there is a Mom on this planet that hasnt yelled at their kids out of frustration and then fell 2 inches tall for doing it. You are the best Mom! Dont beat yourself up. Just chalk it up to a bad day. Remember we love you, even on your bad days.❤ that's what family does!!
At first I thought you said the people looking at your house made the poop mess in the bathroom…😅 sorry about your day! It seems like when you have a horrible toothache or pain along with everything , it just amplifies the situation and I know my mood is not good at all!
Same way with my dog , he throw up so easily off regular food that I have to tell people he only can have dog food or very small pieces of chicken/ turkey. Not even alot of it
I’m still very protective. I have an almost 14 year old and an 11 year old. There are way too many creeps in this world for me to let them ride a bus or go to a lake alone. Bad things happen in a blink of an eye and I just couldn’t live with myself if I let them go do that alone. Now with that being said they do have days they go do things in controlled environments. Or with some adult present.
Bonnie, I have two little girls (4 and 2) and I have to tell you, I learned to apologize to my kids from a video of yours where you mentioned apologizing to your kiddos. Sometimes it seems like when content creators are showing “real motherhood” it’s either uncomfortable to watch because it shows private moments with kids OR it seems forced and insincere. You’re not required to share anything about your life with the world. But I wanted to just tell you that as one viewer, it changed the way I parent and love my family. ❤️
This is so sweet. When I learned to apologize to my kids it truly changed my relationship with them. They also tell me they are sorry way more now without me telling them to. Thanks for sharing this with me.
Don’t feel bad about freaking out on your kids. Us moms can only take on so much, and when things like that happen it just pushes us off the edge. I admire you for apologizing to your kiddos. I would have been selfish and felt validated in being angry. Good example of realizing our wrongs and making them right. Tomorrow is a new day.
Hi bonnie joel family.... from England ..I'm not a fan of the dentist..but i still keep going 😨you do a fantastic job with your family 👏 take care lovely lady xx💕👍🐕🌞
Gosh !!! Olivia has grown up , so are the boys .. but Olivia , her personality is always beautiful.. it matches her beautiful face♥️😘🇨🇦♥️😘🇨🇦.. Bonnie , I didn’t go to the dentist for over 20 years.. but it all worked out, when I did go!
Be patience with yourself and remember God allowed this so can see the only him can be perfect. He is giving you Grace take it and don’t be so hard in yourself. You are so good mother
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Gosh, this is the most beautiful comment section.
I've sat here and read every single one, each warming my heart and making me feel less alone. Refreshing to read in a world that can seem and feel so divided. Much love to everyone ❤️.
We love you Bonnie
I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Hugs from Wilsonville Oregon
I couldn’t agree more. Truly what a beautiful comment section. They can be aimed at any mom out there who is trying ♥️♥️
much love to you as well 🤍 i hope you have a wonderful day, make the best of everything
I love it when you show this side of motherhood Bonnie, the real, the raw, the mental health struggles. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows sometimes but I just want you to know that you’re doing your best, even when you think you aren’t! 🙂 so thank you!
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Agree. that's what I love most about her vlogs.
Warts an all 😃 lol
I’m not even done watching the clip of Cody explaining what he did with his day but I had to stop and write this because my heart can’t take it! It is so fun seeing him excited to tell you about his day and the well spoken young man he is turning into. I’m looking over at my 7 week old baby boy in the swing and can’t wait for moments like these with him ❤️ thank you for sharing
Bonnie thank you for sharing your stories about anxiety, it's not everybody that shares , it takes courage and people need to know they're not alone
Glad you live where kids can be free and safe to come and go and have fun like I did as a kid over 50 years ago lots of places thats not possible Hang in there Bonnie hang and feel better
Joel: “smells like a home!”
Ohhhh I needed that laugh!!! 🤣
Bonnie, give yourself grace…you are a great mom, & I look up to you 🥰
I totally understand your dentist anxiety. The last time I went I sat and bawled, I couldn't stop. They were so kind to me, sat with me, calmed down and finished the visit... the gas probably helped too. 😂🤪
I love how they were super excited of telling you about their day! they felt they could tell you everything! And is so sweet that Olivia and Cody hung out togheder! Precious bond between you all!
Bonnie, please give yourself more grace! We all know we will have “crappy” situations in life and it’s okay! We are all doing the best we can! We always know that your Tutes is going to make you feel better during those times, because he loves his Dolly! We all love your family and enjoy each and every vlog! 💕
Love you Bonnie ! Thank you for being so real ! We are all human , and you can look back back later on and laugh about it and chalk it up as a memory as in these times that memories are built and we laugh about them ! You are a treasure! xxxx
Bonnie is an incredible person and mother 💗 it’s super sweet how excited the kids are to catch up their mom on their days
Bonnie you almost had me in tears.. Panic attacks are no joke.. I’m sending you a Big ole Bear Hug all the way from Kentucky. I think we all are hard on ourselves, just know you are one heck of a Mother. Your children are so Blessed to have a Mother like you that loves them unconditionally and wants what’s best for them. It’s hard being a parent, heck we wasn’t given a manual on how to raise them much less how to correct them a properly.. I’ve said this too you many times, you have some of the Best Children, they are so well mannered and it shows the example you and Joel set before them.. We raise them and we hope pray what we’ve taught them enough so that it sticks with them for the rest of their lives.. I pray that your home sells soon. I can’t wait to see your New Home, I know it’s going too be Stunning and you will decorate it so pretty that it will look like something you see in a Magazine.. Your home now is beautiful and you’ve decorated it so pretty....
Awe.. love your comment & so agree with you .. love this family & how real & transparent about life they are👍🏽🤷🏽♀️👍🏽🇺🇸
The kids are enjoying there freedom responsibly. I remember when my kid’s finally got this experience with their sibling and others and I think it depends on the kid in response to your question. You are exactly correct in my opinion but your opinion is what matters because these are your children (and Joel’s) and you know them better than any of your viewers!
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Aww I just love hearing about the kids playing with neighborhood friends. It makes my heart break a little for when you move (I hate change.... even positive change) I know there will be new, wonderful experiences awaiting them but this stage of life will never be back again. I'm thankful every day for my home in the country but will always look back with fondness at neighborhood life and the ease of my kids being entertained right outside our door. It's so strange to me how much I will miss your little brick house and yard. ♥️
Bonnie, being a mom, wife, and a TH-cam vlogger, all while dealing with a bad tooth ache and having to be ready at a moments notice to show your house…….girl, you deserve a good cry! Don’t be hard on yourself! Big hugs from this mama 🤗
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Y’all….I thought the people looking at the house had a poo disaster. 🤣😂 Feel better Bonnie ❤️
Same 🤣 I was like nooooooo
😅😅😅😅😅 NO! My kids did MINUTES before the people came!
I thought the same thing! Your kids poo is one thing, but a strangers! Burn the place down
I love you, Bonnie. I sat here watching this video and cried with you.😢 When you said that all you wanted to do was take some ibuprofen and lay down, and then you received that message and you weren’t able to, my heart just went out to you. I don’t know how you do it. I am chronically ill, and I know how it feels when you just need to rest. It broke my heart that you ended up having such a busy day while not feeling well. (I’m just like you in the crying department…I cry all the time too.)😭 I just think that you are an amazing person! The way you and your husband are raising your children, you are incredible examples to us all. I just want you to know that you are loved.💜💜💜😘
What a day you had! The look in your eyes with the mom guilt for losing it with the kids broke my heart and I just want to give you a big hug. We have all been there. Thank you for including that, it's so easy to look at your beautiful family and home and forget we only see a small edited part of your day and that behind all the beauty is a normal family just doing their best and some days are just hard to get through. Sounds like Olivia and Cody had an awesome day! I hope Bostons ankle is feeling better. Sending love from Wilsonville Oregon
Bonnie. I cry about everything too. Things just come tumbling down all at once and it just gets to be too much. Crying is good for the soul. Today was my day to cry and I just couldn’t stop.
Better days ahead Bon!
Oh my I feel this so much!! My 4 year old is special needs and every day is SO HARD!!! I don’t share it with many people bc I always get the judge mental comments from people who have never had to walk the road that I do. I just wanted to tell you that I’ve watched many of your vlogs and you are an amazing mother!!! ♥️ Thank you for sharing these raw and real moments of life. I know I speak for every mother out there when I say it helps so much to know that we all experience these moments just about every day and momming is just rough sometimes!! Sending you big hugs and positive vibes!! ♥️
we gotta love the positivity from joel “smells like a home !” i love the longer videos
Bonnie I feel your pain in everything you have covered in this vlog. Trying to deal with panic and anxiety is no joke, but you did it and got through that part of the day. Being a parent part of it is losing our cool and having a meltdown, you wouldn’t be human if you didn’t. Your a fantastic parent and your kids know they are your world and it is not always a bad thing for them to see real emotion in the moment. I totally understand that horrible feeling of guilt afterwards but your kids will understand and love how open and honest you are with them, that is true parenting.
Your are a fantastic Mom and your kids are a credit to you and Joel so you are definitely doing lots of things right! ❤️
Love that the kids are having the best summer full of fun and friends! ☺️
Bonnie. I have have had a lot of medical procedures done in the last five years. Two shoulder replacements. So now even if I go to the dentist I am so anxious. It's got really bad lately. Luckily my dentist is utterly understanding. Also patient bless. I was in tears the last time. I only had to have one of my front teeth built up. As I had gotten a small crack on the bottom. It didn't hurt, it just looked horrible. Love your family. 😍😍Those children of yours are growing up so lovely. They are very respectful and kind to each other ad others. God bless you all. 🙏😍
All of us mother’s lose it with our children, especially under stress. My children are now grown and I still remember some of those times. Give yourself some grace with all that’s going on in your family. I LOVE longer vlogs and the real side of life. Love you! P.S. rewatch the beginning when you’re giving your children positive attention and praising them. 🥰
Our lives aren't always butterflies and rainbows, I am so glad you are sharing this because I have had a crappy week and I needed a reminder of it's okay to cry.
Bonnie, you are such a kindhearted Mum to not only acknowledge that it's hard for Boston to not kick/run but still being concerned about letting him be involved. I agree with you, you can learn a lot by watching and supporting your team. 💖 Also, four time root canal patient here and all I can swear by is Ice paks, ice paks, ice paks!
We are also relocating. I’m in a hotel with three kids for tenting our new home. I deeply feel what you’re going through- you’re not alone. I admire your strength!
Oh my heart. Bonnie, you are such a light in this dark world. We all have bad days, really Crappy days! And it’s like one thing after another just piles up and the little things are what sets you off the most. We have all been there. You’re a great mom, a great wife and a great person! I wish I knew you in real life and we were neighbors! ❤️
They are living their best summer life!! I love that!!! My nerves won’t let go yet but I love that they can be kids and be free.
Good morning Bonnie!! I'm glad the kids had so much fun. The house looked very clean and the muffins looked great too.. and yummy :D
Oh sweet girl... if my arms could stretch from Kentucky, I'd give you a big ol hug. So much love and respect for you Bonnie that you showed this honest raw side of you. All of us mom's can relate to this. In 20 years you'll look back and laugh.
I’m still healing from rolling my ankle about 3 weeks ago. I was stepping off a treadmill and my foot caught the side of the tread, rolling my ankle. I bought a hard brace from Walgreens which has helped tremendously!
Oh dang.
I love hearing the kids stories! It's nice that you all feel safe enough to go out with friends. Definitely would not do that here where I live.
Wow, what an intense day, I felt secondhand anxiety for you!
I love how your kids all came into the laundry to hang out and talk about their day. My daughters always float over to wherever I am (no private space in my house!) and play their games where I am working.
"Your family deserve the same consideration and respect as your friends" or "Your sister's feelings are as real and important as your friends'" are things I often say to my daughters, too.
Bonnie, getting a house ready to show is the most stressful thing.
You want it all to be perfect as possible!
I dare to say that most of us women would have reacted the very same way!
In those moments, we have to take a deep breath and tell ourselves that if it’s meant to be those things will not be a make or break deal.
We we looked for our home it’s more about location, the room sizes and layout, the quality of the home.
The other things are very minor or the final decision.
Your awesome showing us your real world. It makes us feel less pressure.
I hate the dental work! I feel you there too! 🥰
I'm always on the verge of tears at the dentist, it feels like a big win if I don't cry at all. It's a fight against my anxiety every single time. I'm not this way in any other scenario except the dentist!
Hi Bonnie, I’ve also had anxiety attacks during different procedures including once during a facial. Research “grounding”. It helps.
😢 💗 😭 💗 😢 I'm sorry you had that happen In yesterday's vlog, @bonniehoellein You are not alone when having THOSE DAYS!!! No matter how hard you try to hold EVERYTHING and EVERYONE together, we're just human beings trying to get through this life the best we can. And going to so much effort to show your home then having something throw a wrench it your plans, can be VERY DANTING! You are certainly OK with your feelings. Hang in there! BTW, your home is SPECTACULAR!! I can't wait to see how AWESOMELY decorated your new home will be! You should be a home designer. You have GREAT TASTE 💗💗💗
Betty in Oregon - with 2 adult kids in Logan ~ a beautiful city to live in!
I love hearing the kids talk about First Dam! It was my happy place in high school and I hung out there all year long to think, have time alone, and take pictures. It also happens to be the first and only time I got pulled over 🤣😂🤣😂 watch out for those double yellow lines and don’t back up over them!!!
Don’t be hard on yourself, this is real life and thank you for sharing! I remember being Lincoln’s age when we moved and I remember running around the house cleaning it/my mom stressing out over it. You’ll all be ok and it will sell. The kids will forgive you and good for you for apologizing because I know my mom would NEVER do that!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Today is a new day and a fresh start, hun!
Oh Bonnie, I can completely relate I literally sob everytime I go to the dentist. & I absolutely love the couple of minutes of when your doing the laundry and the kids are just chatting about the day. They are so sweet to each other and love each other so much you have raised such an amazing family Bonnie and Joel🥰🥰I love you guys sir much your the best TH-cam family out there! :)And I love how none of your videos are like ever clip bait and you post often and dont post like once every twice and week like other you tubers. And I love how you guys are christians and go to church. I go to church to where I live. Its called hopruce and Mark and Darlene zschech run it. & Bonnie I love how you show that your not perfect and you say when you have a ruff time, It has been such a ruff day for you and you have done so well! LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH! p.s I love the long vlogs so much!
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You are the funniest, sincere, real person on the internet Bonnie. Love your vlogs. Xx from The Netherlands.
Super relatable. For some crazy reason I decided to rescue strays after I raised my 3 kiddo’s, and it’s been harder and more frustrating than anything else I ever done in life. My cats make the biggest messes after Ive cleaned up after them all day. Makes my kids look like they were angels. Why did I do this to myself?!😂
Bonnie, I think that you are doing a GREAT job of rearing your children !!!! I think that it all depends upon how mature the child is and where you live whether you allow them to go out and do things on their own or with some friends who also should be trustworthy. I LOVE how you tell them that they have to be nice to their siblings before they can go and play with their friends. It's a WONDERFUL way to let them know how to interact with EVERYONE. It also shows them that they should be kind to everyone. This world is getting so "rough" and to know that you are training them in this manner is VERY heartwarming to me.
I also LOVE the way that you get them to tell you about their day while you are doing housework. It shows them how interested in them that you truly are. I didn't get to hear about Lincoln's day though. What did he do ? I was kind of yucked-out about the way that they put the dead fish on the road and let people run over them. I think that a life lesson could have been learned here about respecting ALL of God's creatures - even if they ARE already dead . It just upset me to hear about that. So sad for the poor fish. Leaving the fish alone would have been the best thing to do so that nature's clean up crew could come and take care of the dead fish. (Ants ,etc..) Off of the road instead of on the road so that the clean up crew didn't get hurt while taking care of the dead fish. I DO KNOW that they are just children, but I think it's necessary to learn at ALL TIMES. I wouldn't tell them that they are in trouble or anything like that, but just to think about the way that God would feel about it before they do something like that again.
I'm so sorry that you had to have a root canal done . I know that they can be VERY painful at times. Did you put ice on your face? You also might be able to put Ora Jel on your gums to help your pain. Ask your dentist if you can do that before you do it, though. Having a hair in your soup is a yucky thing to happen. Unless it's YOUR OWN hair !!!! THEN you at least know where it came from !!!!! If it was yours , that's not as bad as if it someone else's hair. YUCK !!!!!
At least whomever pooped in their pants tried to clean it up. Even though they made a mess !!!! Bless your heart, you've had a VERY TERRIBLE DAY !!!! I used to work at a church run childcare and I have found that Avon's So Fresh (?) Oil that people take a soaking bath with takes the odor out of the air quickly when you need it to. You just put a few drops of it on a paper towel that you have folded and place it in the bottom of your trash can in the bathroom and it really works well. I used to put it in my diaper pail at childcare and it would really help to make my room smell so sweet and fresh !!!!!! I'm not sure if "So Fresh" is the name of it, though. It's been a LONG TIME since I used it and I can't remember the name of it exactly. I DO know that they used to sell it for people to put it on their skin to keep mosquitoes away.
You might want to try putting ice and a wrap on Boston's ankle and try soaking it in Epsom salts as well as giving him ibuprofen if it's okay with his doctor for him to have it. I'm not sure if it was Boston or Cody whose ankle was hurt - sorry about that !!!!! I DO think that it was Boston, though. I'm just not positive about it.
In getting back to the children going out by themselves or with some friends, I would be sure to tell them to be sure that they have their phones with them when they go out. Just in case they need to call you or the police if they have an emergency or if they feel threatened by someone near them.
The Avon product is called Ski so Soft. It was a liquid skin moisturizer that you sprayed on. Was just a fluke that it kept mosquitoes away 🤪😳😜
I love that you're so honest and real. You too Joel. :)
i’m never up this early but i wanna say good morning bonnie you are like my internet family i love you all so much and you all make me so happy have a great weekend 🥺❤️
When I had my first root canal about 6 years ago and my daughter was about 1 year old.. anyways, I didn’t know what to expect and that shield over my face freaked me out.. I was so anxious and panicking during the whole thing.. I just kept chanting in my head Strong Mom, Strong Mom, Strong Mom.. I could not wait to get the heck out of there! It was so stressful!
Cody is out there living his best life! I LOVE it.
He really is!
Thank you for being real Bonnie! I love you Bonnie!
Thank you for being real! We’ve all been there and will continue to go there ❤ I love that you give your kids freedoms based on their age/maturity and not just age as it’s so much more than a number. My oldest boy was way more mature at 5 than my second boy is and he certainly doesn’t have the freedoms his brother did. It’s how it is and keeps me sane 😊 I know you don’t love cell phones for kids, no judgement, but would toss out the Gizmo watch as it’s truly a lifesaver and gives me peace of mind for my youngest as I don’t want to helicopter him and allows him to learn to navigate life. Keep being you!!!!
It's been so long since I've watched one of your videos. The kids have grown so much
I love longer videos!! I actually smiled so big when I saw that!💛 you are justified in your feelings- that’s a big day emotionally and cleaning so hard and having that happen SUCKS. I hate when you want everything to go right and it doesn’t, that’s mortality unfortunately. God never promised easy 💛 love you guys!
Thankyou for showing us the real life Bonnie! It helps me remember that all moms have bad moments.
Omg Bonnie.. you have no idea how much I needed to see another mother in action today.. I'm a full time stay at home mom. I rarely get out. And sometimes it feels like I'm loosing my mind when all the kids try to talk to me, tell me their stories all at once, when I'm trying to get chores done. Then trying to keep an eye on the little ones at the same time.. it get crazy sometimes..
And sometimes I have to interupt one child to say something, sometimes I don't react to a story like they want me to. Makes me feel so very bad sometimes.. but seeing you do it, makes me feel a little less crazy and bad
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This comment! I needed to hear this today. 4 kids ages 1-7 and full time stay at home mom as well.
Sometimes you feel so alone, and hearing and seeing other people go through the same struggles helps immensely! ❤️
Awww bonnie i just want to give you a hug, we understand where you are coming from, just know we Don't mind the long vlog.
It always makes me sad to see you cry Bonnie. Know that im sending you so much love 💗💗💗
I run out of videos to watch, i’ve literally watched all of them and your videos are the only thing that makes me so happy, i’m in highschool and have so much stress and your vidoes make me feel so much better so thank you so much
We all have meltdowns. Forgive yourself. My daughter once said to me when she was 17, “well at least your teaching us that you can have a total meltdown, ask for forgiveness and go back to normal life”. She was being dead serious and still applies that every time she says at age 34 and has a husband and a baby, as she calls it, “has to be taken off the ledge in a panic”. As in, “ things feel as if they are falling apart when they were supposed to fall in line”. Life is all a lesson in learning and growing, we have the opportunity to teach our kids about life, forgiveness and love. You both do that everyday.
Root canals suck for sure your kids have grown up so much. Congratulations on the new property. And good luck selling the house!
I had a tooth pulled at 8 months pregnant without proper numbing. They told me I couldn’t have Novocain and only a very small medication that had to be administered ever 20 mins. It was awful. Had a panic attack because it was taking 3 hours to pull a single tooth. I have such bad dental anxiety now. I get the laughing gas for everything!
Depends on the maturity. My oldest 11 for 1 1/2 hrs then not longer until 12 1/2 3hrs
Oh Bonnie I have been there. Our real estate agent had very specific instructions NOT to bother us on Saturday before 10:00 and not on Sunday at all. He would show up at our house with no call, no message whatsoever! He was THE worst!!! It happened so many weekends we completely flipped out on him!
Having a house for sale is super stressful.
I also would get so angry when people would open my kitchen/bathroom cabinets.
Sorry for my rant. 😡
I hope you’re feeling better after your root canal. I’ve been there too, but I won’t rant about that. Lol
dont want to make you sad but in the laundry room where the kids were giving their stories. Boston was patiently waiting and we didn't get hear about his day. Boston did your soccer coach let you stay and watch. did you get a ball. Boston do you know how long it will be before you get to play.
I feel like if kids are responsible enough to do things on their own then why not. I feel like 12 is good age to let them depends on where you live
You guys should install a clothes line at the new house!! Nothing better then fresh bed sheets and clothes off the line in the summer.
I love that you can trust your community enough to give your kids some freedom. I’ve watched way too much True Crime I think…. My son is seven and I’m not even close to thinking about maaaaybe considering more freedoms for him unfortunately. I have 3.5 acres, he has freedoms in my yard 💗
I literally laughed out loud when Cody said he put dead fish on the road! Yeah as a driver I would of hated it but seriously that’s the funniest thing! Love that he’s just being a boy and having good safe fun! And now if I ever see a dead fish on the road I’m just going to chuckle and think of Cody.
Blessings to you Bonnie🌷❤️🌺 , I feel you. We all have these days, thank you for showing the real.
I love this emotional roller coaster, never related to a vlog more.
Bless your heart Bonnie
Just remember you’re an amazing mom, wife and person, and this to shall pass🙏🏻❤️😊😘
Such a real moment! I can’t tell you how many times situations like that have happened to me cause that’s how things always roll for me, and I have blown up at the kids cause it was just the icing on top of the cake! Us women get blamed for going crazy but it’s usually cause a mom and wife’s job is never done! We take on so many roles and always have to put what we are going through personally aside just to deal with our daily life. So I get it totally! Here is a virtual hug 🤗 to let you know it happens
You are strong
You are beautiful
You are loved
You belong
And I’m so proud of you. ❤️
Sending you and your family all the love! I hope you are feeling better. 🥰
Genuinely loved this vlog!, it’s okay Bonnie I cry over everything also 😂. Hopefully your day got a little better 💓
Great video. We all have days like this in our life.
The last time I was at the dentist I was just trying not to pass out the ENTIRE TIME! I hate that I have so much anxiety every time I go. I loved the ending of this vlog, crying & laughing - 2 things I do best haha
Try not to be so hard on yourself, Bonnie.❤ Bless your heart...not a very fun day. Just having the root ca nal (complete with panic feelings) would be hard. Having a major "poopy" incident to clean up just minutes before a showing of your house would frazzle anyone's nerves. You do a great job parenting❣ Try to look at yourself the way God sees you & give yourself some grace.💖
I showed my husband the ice cream part because that’s definitely me, super emotional, hoping he will be on the same page as me for cravings. I hope you have a better day Bonnie!
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Goodmorning Hollien family.Awww hope you feel better soon Bonnie.💕💕
I sure hope Boston's ankle heals. Oh I completely understand the dentist, I'm terrified because I've had so many issues as a kid with eyes and ears so my head is personal space and I just panic at the dentist. Selling house is so much work when you're still living in it.
I'm sorry you had such a hard.
I so wished we live in a place where it was safe for my child to go play with friends like yours. It just is not safe here. What fun memories. Hugest, I can so relate to how you were feeling at the end.
I have the worst anxiety with the dentist. I had to cancel my appointment already because my anxiety got so bad ugh.
Great vlog today you guys I love all of you guys so much and I hope that you are all having a wonderful day today ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You are human. You are a mom. And have kids. Just remember your kids are trying to be helpful and clean up after them self's. And maybe they saw you were already stressed. Hang in there gal. You and your family are awesome
Although you had a crappy day I loved this vlog it’s real “sheezze” lol happens like daily sometimes and I identify, the dentist freak out defo a panic attack I used to have them constantly they are difficult to explain but you literally feel like you are going to pass out it’s hard to breathe your chest feels heavy. Love you bonnie big hugs 🤗
Bonnie, You are a rock star!! We all have "crappy" days. Love your youtube account!
We all have bad days. I dont think there is a Mom on this planet that hasnt yelled at their kids out of frustration and then fell 2 inches tall for doing it. You are the best Mom! Dont beat yourself up. Just chalk it up to a bad day. Remember we love you, even on your bad days.❤ that's what family does!!
At first I thought you said the people looking at your house made the poop mess in the bathroom…😅 sorry about your day! It seems like when you have a horrible toothache or pain along with everything , it just amplifies the situation and I know my mood is not good at all!
Hope you feel better soon Bonnie!
Same way with my dog , he throw up so easily off regular food that I have to tell people he only can have dog food or very small pieces of chicken/ turkey. Not even alot of it
Thank you for this video! You are a great mom and wife!
I’m still very protective. I have an almost 14 year old and an 11 year old. There are way too many creeps in this world for me to let them ride a bus or go to a lake alone. Bad things happen in a blink of an eye and I just couldn’t live with myself if I let them go do that alone. Now with that being said they do have days they go do things in controlled environments. Or with some adult present.
Bonnie, I have two little girls (4 and 2) and I have to tell you, I learned to apologize to my kids from a video of yours where you mentioned apologizing to your kiddos. Sometimes it seems like when content creators are showing “real motherhood” it’s either uncomfortable to watch because it shows private moments with kids OR it seems forced and insincere.
You’re not required to share anything about your life with the world. But I wanted to just tell you that as one viewer, it changed the way I parent and love my family. ❤️
This is so sweet. When I learned to apologize to my kids it truly changed my relationship with them. They also tell me they are sorry way more now without me telling them to.
Thanks for sharing this with me.
Don’t feel bad about freaking out on your kids. Us moms can only take on so much, and when things like that happen it just pushes us off the edge. I admire you for apologizing to your kiddos. I would have been selfish and felt validated in being angry. Good example of realizing our wrongs and making them right. Tomorrow is a new day.
Hi bonnie joel family.... from England ..I'm not a fan of the dentist..but i still keep going 😨you do a fantastic job with your family 👏 take care lovely lady xx💕👍🐕🌞
Bonnie I cry a lot too when I am really tired
Oh my gosh Bonnie I feel so sad and so bad for you, I'm sorry you had a difficult day 😢 💖
Gosh !!! Olivia has grown up , so are the boys .. but Olivia , her personality is always beautiful.. it matches her beautiful face♥️😘🇨🇦♥️😘🇨🇦.. Bonnie , I didn’t go to the dentist for over 20 years.. but it all worked out, when I did go!
Your doing a good job Bonnie. Can't believe your doing all this after a root canal
Be patience with yourself and remember God allowed this so can see the only him can be perfect. He is giving you Grace take it and don’t be so hard in yourself. You are so good mother