you have been so missed cried through this whole vlog. Phil your tone when sharing from the heart is so beautiful!! Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability.till next time
Phil, Alex, Let me just say listening to Phil talk brought me to tears. I would listen to you guys because y’all were so inspirational. Y’all were so God filled. Sometimes as a community and you putting your life out there on social media. Never once do we ask y’all. What can we do for yall? What do y’all need from us as watchers? How can we make things easy for you guys? So many people set behind there screens and judge. I can see how that can take a toll on a family that genuinely loves the Lord and loves what they are doing. I can’t wait to see what y’all have in y’all’s next chapter. Love you guys
It's cool to need some private time away. Just please understand people you know & some that don't (hand raised here ✋️) are just naturally concerned when someone just disappears. Really happy to know all is well, but it's ok to leave if you choose to. Just say that.
I've appreciated seeing less of your children and more of your garden. Not because I don't like them but because I think children should be protected from the internet, not blasted on it. Glad to hear you're all doing well!
Im 27 so I’ve always looked up to you guys as my big sister and brother guiding me through young parenthood and creating a family. You’ve gotten me through loss and gains of my own and I don’t know what I would’ve done had I not had your sweet videos. I love your family and I think I can speak for a huge chunk when I say we missed and are ready to welcome you back at your pace and desire. We’ll take all the Congelliere bits 🥰
I've missed you so much, I didn't realize how sad I'd be not seeing you or hearing all that was happening in your lives. Can totally understand needing a break. Hope you stay
Can i just say Phil, that hearing your laugh in the video when you guys are sledding down the driveway was a sound that i didnt know my heart needed to hear and have missed so much. ❤
I can’t believe I welled up with tears when I finally heard your voice. I’m a wife, mother, grandma, friend, and Christ follower who was born into Christs family when I was 8 years old. It has been such a joy watching your young family grow in all the ways that every family HAS to grow to be just that… A Family. It was so refreshing to watch you do it while holding to The Truth. Thank you for coming back and giving this “ Grandma” the joy in watching your family grow in TRUTH. ❤
I spent years watching your infertility journey… thinking it wouldn’t be me, until it was… I delved back into all your videos not just to give perspective but much needed advice. I couldn’t be happier to say 4.5 months and counting for my baby girl. Thank you for everything you did for me, you will never know what you gave me. I wish I could give back to you - my love and best wishes.
The second the clip pops up of Alex waving here hand back and forth over the line it is instant tears!!! Love you guys! So glad you took time to refresh yourselves!!
Me too. She posted that on the day my first ivf cycle failed. I cried for their happiness & my sadness all at the same time. It was a beautiful & hard moment. I loved that video it has to be my most favourite theyvever put up.
My favorite moment on any vlog I’ve ever watched in my life was seeing Alex’s beautiful reaction to her positive pregnancy test 🩷 I cried with her. and my husband and I interceded when you shared the diagnosis of Cassidys heart ♥️ we were overjoyed to hear the news when she was born about her Aorta and when she finally was out of the operating room we praised Jesus. It’s been so amazing to see Kinsley and Callie grow and learn so much since starting homeschooling and developing into amazing, and kind big sissys. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. It’s a treasure to know your family though you may not know us. I look up to both Alex and you!!!! It would be awesome to meet y’all one day. Much love to all of you from Tulsa, OK.
I’m sure you already know this but you have been so missed. I used to share your stories with all my friends I think because I felt you two really know how to do life. I’m sure it’s not perfect but I see hope and love in a world that is not very good right now. I’m 74 and it has been so uplifting to see your wonderful life. I hope you all feel better and I hope if it’s right for you we will still hear from you. God bless you all.
The Lord brought your family to my mind yesterday. I thought to myself that you must be taking a well deserved break. Then I stopped for a minute and I prayed for each member of the family. I am not saying that to brag. But I was taught in church from the time I was a child, if the Lord brings someone to mind, pray for them! My Pastor called it a Prayer Burden. I was so glad to see you in my TH-cam notifications today. Happy Fall!
Why am I crying after this 😭 I hadn’t followed your journey for that long before you took a break, just watched the odd vlog here and there the subscribed probably a few weeks before your break. I am not religious at all but found joy in your vlogs and in your kindness, something the world could use more of. Looking forward to seeing you all again ☺️
What precious joy it is to hear your voice, Phil, and to know that you'll all be back to share with us and to bring love and laughter into our days! Like others have said...this sweet family has been missed! May our awesome Heavenly Papa bless you all oodles💜
I'm glad you are all okay. Your family is like sunshine. Our pastor's wife passed away at the beginning of September. She was only 59. To show what kind of person she was ,there were about 2000 at her visitation and it took about 4 hours for some to talk to our pastor and sons. Prayers appreciated.
This is a WORK OF ART. You're sophisticated documentarians, Phil and Alex. (And I have huge respect for your understanding and awareness re the need to 'be', to listen deeper and to recover; you just needed your fallow phase - you can't grow without it.). Sending huge love. 💜
What a beautiful message. You all have been so missed, but I understand why you guys took a break. I cried watching this. It's funny how we can miss people so much that we've never met in person. Welcome back! Love and prayers for this new journey. ❤️
You have been missed. The truth of it is simple i have come to love your family, since the first video. I have been there through ups and downs. I have laughed with you, cried with you and most important celebrated victories with you and your family. I am so happy that you all are doing good! I hope you continue to share even if it is once in awhile. Basicly what I am saying is you are family to me & I love yall. Don't be a stranger lol Take care of you and come see us once in awhile.
Definitely think that you should do a podcast explaining your life’s journeys and how your life has changed. As being a long time watcher I would definitely listen to it. ❤
Seeing your video come up on my notifications made my heart happy. I missed seeing your family and was praying you were doing well while you stepped back and took a break. Thanks for updating us all on how you have been. It is an honor that you have shared a piece of your family journey with us. Be blessed. 💖
I am so glad you are back but I understand why you left! You deserve it ❤I have been here since day 1 and I will be here as long as you guys make videos and share your life
Hello Philip,I cannot put into words how much I have personally missed you both & your beautiful girls as well….. Hearing your voice today Philip was like a long lost family member, it felt so great…. Please do what is best for yourselves & your girls, ‘ I am not going anywhere, I will always be here, when you are ready to return’, Sending so much love to each of you, You Are The Best Family on TH-cam, Love from your friend Annie 🇬🇧♥️🤗♥️🤗♥️
So HAPPY to see you again!! And I am so thankful you all used your time to go within and to disconnect from vlogging and using the cell phones and going to good REAL family time and time for yourself to go within and be with God. THAT is what life is most about so I am so proud of you all for doing that. You needed that. You are right, we cannot give what we do not have to recharging is the most important thing.
You are so loved Alex and Phillip❤️ I miss you and so glad that you’ve taken that time for your family to reset. I get it. I understand that feeling when you’re almost empty. I admire that you put family first. The life your live out loud speaks volumes. You are real and that is so refreshing❤️
I have missed you all so much. I need to hear your words to help strengthen my faith. I have always said you don’t need to be “in a church” to pray and praise God…often times my “God time” was shortly after watching one of your videos because I felt closer to God. I do hope to “see” more of you….because I have missed you. BUT whenever you do what is right for your family….you are doing what is necessary ❤
I clicked on this video so fast. I have missed your videos and all of your inspiration and motivation. I found you after my 1st miscarriage and watched an if your journey going through ivf when you were pregnant with the twins not knowing that I would soon be going through ivf myself! I felt so at peace and prepared by watching you. You have helped me so much during my journey to start a family and your videos have always brought so much joy into my fast! So happy you took time for yourself and your family. Looking forward to your future videos!
Hearing your voice again was such a balm to my aching heart today. I found you when Callie was just a little bean and knowing you all are safe, blessed and happy helps my heart so much. Cannot wait to watch you all continue to grow, and love you right along with it ♡
I've missed you so much, I founded you many years ago when I was on my infertility journey, and you helped me a lot. I'm excited to see the girls develop into beautiful humans, but I totally get you. Now I'm going into my personal journey to find a way to be more sustainable and more available for my family, while still making a living. I'll be here happy to see you guys when you have the time and energy, and I'm sure that everything you blog it's gonna be as impacting as it has been. Tks so much!!
So happy you guys took a break. Don't get me wrong, I have been following you since the very beginning and started documenting our foster adoption and IVF Journey because of how much you all helped me.But I believe too many blogger families don't take enough breaks and it can destroy them. I am excited to see what the next season brings and continuing to pray for your family and for God to guide you in you sharing with others.
You guys have been so missed. I don’t think I truly realized how much until I heard Phil’s voice on this video. I was choked up and had tears in my eyes through the whole video. I admire you for taking the time and care that your family and hearts needed. We all feel like you are apart of our lives when in reality we only see a true glimpse into your lives, your emotions, your good and bad days. I know I appreciate your vulnerability and transparency all these years but I can only imagine how draining it could be. We are just the onlookers, loving you from afar. Always take care of your family first. You guys are an inspiration to me in so many ways. ☺️ May God continue to bless you ❤️ I can’t wait to see what this next chapter brings……
Philip & Alex you don’t have to explain yourself we all need a break sometimes, but it’s good to know you are well ,God is our refuge and strength , God Bless you and your family ❤️
I have missed you. I shared your story with my husband. You blessed us. I lost my son 4 years ago and August 21 I lost my husband😢 Thank you for all the encouragement 💕
All I can say is, it was absolutely awesome to see even just small clips & hearing Philip. Even though I can't wait to see some of yalls come back vlogs I just may take the advice of taking a break and unplugging from the world to plug into my family & God a lot more. I for one have truly missed yalls love, faith & encouragement. ❤ God Bless you all
You all have helped and influenced me so much. In my single life and now married life. Thank you for sharing your hearts with the world. It touches and encourages so many people in all different walks of life ❤
You have been missed so much but so thankful for the time you had as a family and the reminder for all of us to unplug and be present with our loved ones. I got a reminder of that recently and also how short and fragile life is. I was diagnosed with Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on August 21st and I am currently in the hospital fighting an infection. Life has thrown our family a curveball but thankful we have our Heavenly Father to lean on through it all. I look forward to this next chapter of your lives as I go through this difficult chapter in my own story. By the way, i have loved watching your family for years. I found your channel right when you were adopting Callie! Love you guys!
Even though your explanation is beautiful and I love watching you guys and look foward to seeing where God leads, no explanation is truly necessary. God spoke to you and your family's heart and you listened. Not many in this world, especially in the youtube social media world would do that. Praying for your sweet family for your continued journey and God's hand of protection over you as you minister in this area. ❤❤❤
It was so good to see you guys again. Yesterday was the five year anniversary of the loss of my baby Faith at six months pregnant. That’s how I found you guys. Thank you for giving me hope love and hugs over the Internet. Praise God you are doing his work. Love you guys more than you know 🙏🏼💕
You guys were so, so missed. We need videos from family like yours in the world, a Godly family. We need God desperately in this earth and you guys bring hope, teaching to trust even more in God.
Thank you so much for sharing this, your wise words, family. It brought tears to my eyes. I’m not religious but have always enjoyed your content. This year has been so so hard for me & it was like whatever is in charge has thrown a whole bag of crazy at me 😔 but it also wanted me to watch this. You have reminded me it is ok to take a moment, to hit that reset button. And I’m going to put my all into doing that & spending time with my lovely boys. Again thank you
I commend you on your courage to step away to breathe, rebuild meaningful family time and honestly…step away from an income source to do what you knew had to done. Realizing what’s truly important in your lives is worth so much greater and is extremely commendable. We welcome you back with open hearts and on your terms. ❤️
Why did I cry watching this? I’ve missed seeing ya’ll on here and instagram. I’ve been wondering how ya’ll were doing and also praying for ya’ll🧡 can’t wait to hear more about how ya’ll have been doing!
You are your family have been such a blessing in my life and as much as you have thought about us I have thought and prayed for you. There have been times when I have wondered how you were and prayed a blessing over your family. Thank you for all you share, teach, and touch our hearts. God be with you and bless you in this next chapter. 💚
I don't know why hearing your voices, and seeing your smiling faces brought me to tears, but after seeing a few comments, apparently, I wasn't the only one. I pray that y'all are recharged and will be vlogging regularly again, but I understand if you won't! God bless the Congelliere family! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Im 69 this new year,so i can look.back and help you forward!Joy ,rejoicing,greif,sadness,struggle joy unspeakable ,joy !Greif sadness low places.Each season has its teaching!Love you!
Yes, you were deeply missed, more concern that everyone is okay. I have learned so much from you, Phil & Alex, and your loving family; unhitching and going on a journey of love and discovery. Your faith that when it was time you were shown your new home in Tennessee. The building of your dreams; the garden, the chickens and most importantly, the joy of adding one more precious child, born of your struggles with infertility. I held my breath and prayed nonstop through Cassidy's early days. To see All of your girls growing, thriving and showing their personalities and love of every bit of life. It's restorative to see that a simple life is sustainable, living on a farm is the best life for children. Laughter and love. Wherever this journey leads you, that is where you belong❤❤❤ May God continue to bless you Phil, Alex, Kinsley, Callie and Cassidy🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I have loved watching you all for the last few years. I started just before you found about Cassie. Thank you for being so real with you're viewers and smart to hear God's voice when he speaks to your hearts. Protecting your children and each other. I will never get to meet you on this earth but love the opportunity to worship with you in Heaven. I still hope Phil will one day write a book. I will be on the advanced purchase list!!! Hugs from Cumming Ga.
Oh, my goodness….I have missed y’all so much!! Felt like members of my own family had been missing. But, I’m happy that y’all were able to step back and rest. It’s vitally important that we all do that. Looking forward to what God has in store for your lives next. ❤
I have miss you and your family so much. Your animals looks so great. Your children are growing so tall and you guys both look very happy. I’m glad you took the time off.
You dont owe us an explanation. You and your family have been through so much and needed time to heal and reflect on the important things. Glad you are back we missed you.
We missed y’all! Totally understand needing a break ❤ Your family is such a blessing to everyone so thanks for sharing your lives with us as much as you have!!
I have missed your family more than you will ever know. I look forward to living and learning with you guys in this next season of life. Wishing you all love and peace but most importantly the Lord's blessings. In Christ, Lorraine
In your message, you mentioned the loss of a grandmother, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've missed your family terribly, but I'm so glad you take the time you need, for whatever the reason. You are an amazing family and I will be praying that God will continue to be the Center of your family. LOVE and PRAYERS ALWAYS from Gainesville Florida.❤🙏😊🙏❤🐕🐮🐣🐖
Have missed you all a lot. Love seeing your homestead with all your animals, gardening and of course seeing those 3 girls thriving. Hoping we can see more of you soon❤
So special of your family to focus on the most important, God and His will for your life. We are excited to hear the how through life as well, since we too live in this imperfect world. I'm excited for this new chapter and I pray you share just enough with us to let our love multiply and also maintain a level of solitude of information that only you and your close family can share.
Yes! The how is what I need 😂 life is killer sometimes. I am farming my garden because of you. Life here can be hard with send children and killer work hours and in the past on here I have spoken about how tough it can be to see social media accounts that broadcast their beautiful, perfect lives. It’s may also not be right to share the nitty gritty - the hardships and the tantrums and the fall outs but I so appreciate the reference to it and I am so in need of the how! Love you guys. I have been following since 2016! Which is when I had my first baby ❤
Hey Phil & Alex, We have been in transition too with my husband’s health improving(praise god!), mourning the loss of my father after two years of declining health, and adjusting to our daughter beginning school(where did the time go?!). Through it all I am so thankful for the Lord’s provision and for having places like your channel to find inspiration, hope, and just encouragement that my family isn’t the only one dealing with hard challenges. I agree that we have to continue to refill our cups physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually and give ourselves grace as we are listening and trusting in what path God is steering us towards in the next season. “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 Keep on listening and resting in the one who grace, mercy and strength surpasses all both in the valleys as well as on the hills. God bless you!
Taking time for family, standing firm in faith in Jesus, and leaning into Him for support are all super important. Having recently lost my Papaw (grandpa) , I've come to understand this in a way I couldn't before. I'm so glad y'all were able to take time away, refill your cup, and create lasting core memories for your family. Praying for y'all to continue growing the farm and taking time when y'all need it. ❤
Wow wow welcome back and thank you for the real rawness of your lives. I have been a subscriber many years from the beginning actually. As a believer hearing you speak about the Lord in this world is so refreshing and I will also say that I really missed you all can’t wait to see the girls I am sure the are so big. Sending love and prayers always. Welcome back can’t wait to see more and experience this next chapter with you all.
Phil's voice brought joy to my heart, but tears to my eyes. I have missed you guys, so much. God Bless your family! We will be here when you are ready to film again! ❤❤
Oh gosh guys…I remember a video once saving my mind once and I see that happening again soon ❤️ we love you, how good that you’ve taken time for your family and your love. I need some input on healing. On keeping the joy in our hearts. Thank you for the inspiration
I remember when when your second daughter was still in a high chair. You have no idea the prayers and invested hope Ive lived out through your family. We may not have the answers for yesterdays troubles or understand why we were brought to them. But together as sisters and brothers in Christ, we do not have to go through anything alone. I pray and hope all is well with all your family. I pray for the little things to give you peace in times where it feels like you are alone. God bless you all. I have missed you all!
Have been watching ur videos quite sometimes. Gives me hope and so much positivity here. You guys are awesome. We have done ivf and freezed embryos. Due to covid we went way down on financial crisis. Its been 3 years we figuring when to schedule for FET. Prayers needed🙏🙏🙏🙏
I have been missing you guys. I missed your laugh Phil. Thanks for putting that in this short video. It definitely sounds like you guys did what you needed to for your family. You are so sweet to watch and I love how you take care of your children. I have missed your garden this year and other things, but your family and God comes first. Looking forward to you coming back and sharing, but take your time. I'm not going anywhere. I love you guys! Just so glad you are all okay. That is what I was most concerned about.
you all have been missed by many!! i always look forward to seeing that you guys have uploaded a video:a little backstory on me,when i was born i was 3 months too early and i had a trache in for the first 8 years of my life and so fast forward to now i can,t do much physical activity like sports or anything like that and i still got ALOT of health problems to this day,and now i,m 22 years old (will be 23 december 20th). it,s always good to take a re-set if you will,to let it replenish you physically,mentally,emotionally and spiritually. also super cute puppy!! hope you all decided to stay on youtube.. love you all, you all are the realest people on youtube.
I've missed y'all so much. The other day y'all pooped in my head and stopped to say a prayer for y'all. I'm so glad that y'all are coming back Thanks for letting us know how y'all are. Prayers coming y'all's way.
I know that we will never know or understand everything that you have or are going through!!! I do know that we will all be here for you!!! We love you too!!! I'm glad you guys are all okay!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers every day!!! God Bless Us All!!!
You owe us nothing. We Thank You! For sharing your family and life, in that process we have come to love you, your babies and 4 legged friends. Your humble reality is something you teach us. It’s ok to be vulnerable it gives us the lessons and meaning of living life! ❤ you are missed 😊
Your video means so much to me. Ive watched you from the beginning and prayed for your family. Such a beautiful family and dog. I've learned so much from you all and saw your faith in action. I pray God's blessings on you always. Do what you need to do. I miss you all. ❤
I like your words and Narrative of years past. Oh how you were missed by taking a much needed rest/reflection time. Looking forward to the next chapter of life lessons that we will all learn from.
I missed you guys so much. I was honestly worried about you all. I feel so much better knowing you just needed a break and I can honestly say, I don't blame you at all. When and if your going to share your lives with us please do know I will be here waiting. Take whatever time you need. Love you all & God bless🥰
You all have been missed!
you have been so missed cried through this whole vlog. Phil your tone when sharing from the heart is so beautiful!! Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability.till next time
You have been missed. Phil, listening to you is heartwarming!
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Phil, Alex,
Let me just say listening to Phil talk brought me to tears. I would listen to you guys because y’all were so inspirational. Y’all were so God filled. Sometimes as a community and you putting your life out there on social media. Never once do we ask y’all. What can we do for yall? What do y’all need from us as watchers? How can we make things easy for you guys? So many people set behind there screens and judge. I can see how that can take a toll on a family that genuinely loves the Lord and loves what they are doing. I can’t wait to see what y’all have in y’all’s next chapter. Love you guys
Perfect comment that is exactly what I wanted to say!
@@TaliyahMCyes! Blessings 🙏 from Poland 🇵🇱 and my channel and countryside 🏡😊
@sandyhodge664 Perfectly said :) Thank you for conveying to Phil and Alex, what I was having difficulty putting into words. Many blessing from Oregon
Thank you for putting my thoughts into words. I appreciate you!
Same. Cried too
It's cool to need some private time away. Just please understand people you know & some that don't (hand raised here ✋️) are just naturally concerned when someone just disappears. Really happy to know all is well, but it's ok to leave if you choose to. Just say that.
Exactly!
I've appreciated seeing less of your children and more of your garden. Not because I don't like them but because I think children should be protected from the internet, not blasted on it.
Glad to hear you're all doing well!
Im 27 so I’ve always looked up to you guys as my big sister and brother guiding me through young parenthood and creating a family. You’ve gotten me through loss and gains of my own and I don’t know what I would’ve done had I not had your sweet videos. I love your family and I think I can speak for a huge chunk when I say we missed and are ready to welcome you back at your pace and desire. We’ll take all the Congelliere bits 🥰
I've missed you so much, I didn't realize how sad I'd be not seeing you or hearing all that was happening in your lives. Can totally understand needing a break. Hope you stay
Can i just say Phil, that hearing your laugh in the video when you guys are sledding down the driveway was a sound that i didnt know my heart needed to hear and have missed so much. ❤
I can’t believe I welled up with tears when I finally heard your voice. I’m a wife, mother, grandma, friend, and Christ follower who was born into Christs family when I was 8 years old. It has been such a joy watching your young family grow in all the ways that every family HAS to grow to be just that… A Family. It was so refreshing to watch you do it while holding to The Truth. Thank you for coming back and giving this “ Grandma” the joy in watching your family grow in TRUTH. ❤
I spent years watching your infertility journey… thinking it wouldn’t be me, until it was… I delved back into all your videos not just to give perspective but much needed advice. I couldn’t be happier to say 4.5 months and counting for my baby girl. Thank you for everything you did for me, you will never know what you gave me. I wish I could give back to you - my love and best wishes.
The second the clip pops up of Alex waving here hand back and forth over the line it is instant tears!!! Love you guys! So glad you took time to refresh yourselves!!
Every. Time. 😭😭❤️❤️❤️
Me too. She posted that on the day my first ivf cycle failed. I cried for their happiness & my sadness all at the same time. It was a beautiful & hard moment. I loved that video it has to be my most favourite theyvever put up.
You have all been missed. Praying God continues to see you through. GOD BLESS YOU ❤️!
My favorite moment on any vlog I’ve ever watched in my life was seeing Alex’s beautiful reaction to her positive pregnancy test 🩷 I cried with her. and my husband and I interceded when you shared the diagnosis of Cassidys heart ♥️ we were overjoyed to hear the news when she was born about her Aorta and when she finally was out of the operating room we praised Jesus. It’s been so amazing to see Kinsley and Callie grow and learn so much since starting homeschooling and developing into amazing, and kind big sissys. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. It’s a treasure to know your family though you may not know us. I look up to both Alex and you!!!! It would be awesome to meet y’all one day. Much love to all of you from Tulsa, OK.
Me too!!❤😊
@@thirstyboots6711 right?! ♥️
You all have been missed, but so happy you are taking time for yourselves ❤️
I’m sure you already know this but you have been so missed. I used to share your stories with all my friends I think because I felt you two really know how to do life. I’m sure it’s not perfect but I see hope and love in a world that is not very good right now. I’m 74 and it has been so uplifting to see your wonderful life. I hope you all feel better and I hope if it’s right for you we will still hear from you. God bless you all.
I'm crying. I have missed you guys more than I realized. Thank you for being you. Your family is so loved. God bless you.
The Lord brought your family to my mind yesterday. I thought to myself that you must be taking a well deserved break. Then I stopped for a minute and I prayed for each member of the family. I am not saying that to brag. But I was taught in church from the time I was a child, if the Lord brings someone to mind, pray for them! My Pastor called it a Prayer Burden. I was so glad to see you in my TH-cam notifications today. Happy Fall!
Why am I crying after this 😭 I hadn’t followed your journey for that long before you took a break, just watched the odd vlog here and there the subscribed probably a few weeks before your break. I am not religious at all but found joy in your vlogs and in your kindness, something the world could use more of. Looking forward to seeing you all again ☺️
What precious joy it is to hear your voice, Phil, and to know that you'll all be back to share with us and to bring love and laughter into our days! Like others have said...this sweet family has been missed! May our awesome Heavenly Papa bless you all oodles💜
Your voice is soooo soothing and relaxing Phil. Y'all have been missed❤
I'm glad you are all okay. Your family is like sunshine.
Our pastor's wife passed away at the beginning of September. She was only 59. To show what kind of person she was ,there were about 2000 at her visitation and it took about 4 hours for some to talk to our pastor and sons. Prayers appreciated.
Phil, your voice is magic 💕 You should be a book narrator or something 😭😭
That’s so kind of you to say
I agree
I agree his voice touched me in a special way! You all are very missed😭😭❤️🙏🙏
This is a WORK OF ART.
You're sophisticated documentarians, Phil and Alex. (And I have huge respect for your understanding and awareness re the need to 'be', to listen deeper and to recover; you just needed your fallow phase - you can't grow without it.). Sending huge love. 💜
What a beautiful message. You all have been so missed, but I understand why you guys took a break. I cried watching this. It's funny how we can miss people so much that we've never met in person. Welcome back! Love and prayers for this new journey. ❤️
All of you have been missed! Take your time to heal mentally and spiritually. Family is most important. Hugs my friends
Y'all don't need to explain yourself. I'm glad to see y'all took a break and are thriving!
Thank you for reminding me that constant activity is never good. As the saying goes, if you do not go apart, you will come apart.
You have been missed. The truth of it is simple i have come to love your family, since the first video. I have been there through ups and downs. I have laughed with you, cried with you and most important celebrated victories with you and your family. I am so happy that you all are doing good! I hope you continue to share even if it is once in awhile. Basicly what I am saying is you are family to me & I love yall. Don't be a stranger lol Take care of you and come see us once in awhile.
Definitely think that you should do a podcast explaining your life’s journeys and how your life has changed. As being a long time watcher I would definitely listen to it. ❤
Seeing your video come up on my notifications made my heart happy. I missed seeing your family and was praying you were doing well while you stepped back and took a break. Thanks for updating us all on how you have been. It is an honor that you have shared a piece of your family journey with us. Be blessed. 💖
Welcome back Phil and Alex. Can’t wait to see what this season of your lives will bring us. ❤
I am so glad you are back but I understand why you left! You deserve it ❤I have been here since day 1 and I will be here as long as you guys make videos and share your life
Hello Philip,I cannot put into words how much I have personally missed you both & your beautiful girls as well…..
Hearing your voice today Philip was like a long lost family member, it felt so great….
Please do what is best for yourselves & your girls, ‘ I am not going anywhere, I will always be here, when you are ready to return’,
Sending so much love to each of you, You Are The Best Family on TH-cam, Love from your friend Annie 🇬🇧♥️🤗♥️🤗♥️
So HAPPY to see you again!! And I am so thankful you all used your time to go within and to disconnect from vlogging and using the cell phones and going to good REAL family time and time for yourself to go within and be with God. THAT is what life is most about so I am so proud of you all for doing that. You needed that. You are right, we cannot give what we do not have to recharging is the most important thing.
You are so loved Alex and Phillip❤️ I miss you and so glad that you’ve taken that time for your family to reset. I get it. I understand that feeling when you’re almost empty. I admire that you put family first. The life your live out loud speaks volumes. You are real and that is so refreshing❤️
I have missed you all so much. I need to hear your words to help strengthen my faith.
I have always said you don’t need to be “in a church” to pray and praise God…often times my “God time” was shortly after watching one of your videos because I felt closer to God. I do hope to “see” more of you….because I have missed you. BUT whenever you do what is right for your family….you are doing what is necessary ❤
I clicked on this video so fast. I have missed your videos and all of your inspiration and motivation. I found you after my 1st miscarriage and watched an if your journey going through ivf when you were pregnant with the twins not knowing that I would soon be going through ivf myself! I felt so at peace and prepared by watching you. You have helped me so much during my journey to start a family and your videos have always brought so much joy into my fast! So happy you took time for yourself and your family. Looking forward to your future videos!
Hearing your voice again was such a balm to my aching heart today. I found you when Callie was just a little bean and knowing you all are safe, blessed and happy helps my heart so much. Cannot wait to watch you all continue to grow, and love you right along with it ♡
I've missed you so much, I founded you many years ago when I was on my infertility journey, and you helped me a lot. I'm excited to see the girls develop into beautiful humans, but I totally get you. Now I'm going into my personal journey to find a way to be more sustainable and more available for my family, while still making a living. I'll be here happy to see you guys when you have the time and energy, and I'm sure that everything you blog it's gonna be as impacting as it has been. Tks so much!!
So happy you guys took a break. Don't get me wrong, I have been following you since the very beginning and started documenting our foster adoption and IVF Journey because of how much you all helped me.But I believe too many blogger families don't take enough breaks and it can destroy them. I am excited to see what the next season brings and continuing to pray for your family and for God to guide you in you sharing with others.
You guys have been so missed. I don’t think I truly realized how much until I heard Phil’s voice on this video. I was choked up and had tears in my eyes through the whole video. I admire you for taking the time and care that your family and hearts needed. We all feel like you are apart of our lives when in reality we only see a true glimpse into your lives, your emotions, your good and bad days. I know I appreciate your vulnerability and transparency all these years but I can only imagine how draining it could be. We are just the onlookers, loving you from afar. Always take care of your family first. You guys are an inspiration to me in so many ways. ☺️ May God continue to bless you ❤️ I can’t wait to see what this next chapter brings……
Philip & Alex you don’t have to explain yourself we all need a break sometimes, but it’s good to know you are well ,God is our refuge and strength , God Bless you and your family ❤️
I have missed you. I shared your story with my husband. You blessed us. I lost my son 4 years ago and August 21 I lost my husband😢 Thank you for all the encouragement 💕
Sorry to hear that. I hope your heart can heal ❤
All I can say is, it was absolutely awesome to see even just small clips & hearing Philip. Even though I can't wait to see some of yalls come back vlogs I just may take the advice of taking a break and unplugging from the world to plug into my family & God a lot more. I for one have truly missed yalls love, faith & encouragement. ❤ God Bless you all
You all have helped and influenced me so much. In my single life and now married life. Thank you for sharing your hearts with the world. It touches and encourages so many people in all different walks of life ❤
You guys are loved and appreciated! Thanks for practicing what you preach!
You have been missed so much but so thankful for the time you had as a family and the reminder for all of us to unplug and be present with our loved ones. I got a reminder of that recently and also how short and fragile life is. I was diagnosed with Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on August 21st and I am currently in the hospital fighting an infection. Life has thrown our family a curveball but thankful we have our Heavenly Father to lean on through it all. I look forward to this next chapter of your lives as I go through this difficult chapter in my own story. By the way, i have loved watching your family for years. I found your channel right when you were adopting Callie! Love you guys!
I’m so EXCITED to see you ALL! God Bless 💕
Even though your explanation is beautiful and I love watching you guys and look foward to seeing where God leads, no explanation is truly necessary. God spoke to you and your family's heart and you listened. Not many in this world, especially in the youtube social media world would do that. Praying for your sweet family for your continued journey and God's hand of protection over you as you minister in this area. ❤❤❤
It was so good to see you guys again. Yesterday was the five year anniversary of the loss of my baby Faith at six months pregnant. That’s how I found you guys. Thank you for giving me hope love and hugs over the Internet. Praise God you are doing his work. Love you guys more than you know 🙏🏼💕
I’m so sorry for that tremendous loss, Susan.
Thank you for all the love and inspiration that you and your family have shown us through the Grace and Love of Jesus 💕
You guys were so, so missed. We need videos from family like yours in the world, a Godly family. We need God desperately in this earth and you guys bring hope, teaching to trust even more in God.
Thank you so much for sharing this, your wise words, family.
It brought tears to my eyes.
I’m not religious but have always enjoyed your content.
This year has been so so hard for me & it was like whatever is in charge has thrown a whole bag of crazy at me 😔 but it also wanted me to watch this.
You have reminded me it is ok to take a moment, to hit that reset button. And I’m going to put my all into doing that & spending time with my lovely boys.
Again thank you
So glad that y’all were able to have a rest & heal, we missed y’all so much!❤️
I commend you on your courage to step away to breathe, rebuild meaningful family time and honestly…step away from an income source to do what you knew had to done. Realizing what’s truly important in your lives is worth so much greater and is extremely commendable. We welcome you back with open hearts and on your terms. ❤️
Why did I cry watching this? I’ve missed seeing ya’ll on here and instagram. I’ve been wondering how ya’ll were doing and also praying for ya’ll🧡 can’t wait to hear more about how ya’ll have been doing!
This was beautiful Philip. It's nice to hear your voice again. I hope that you and your family are feeling refreshed and recharged
Love you all! Take your time! ♥
You are your family have been such a blessing in my life and as much as you have thought about us I have thought and prayed for you. There have been times when I have wondered how you were and prayed a blessing over your family. Thank you for all you share, teach, and touch our hearts. God be with you and bless you in this next chapter. 💚
I don't know why hearing your voices, and seeing your smiling faces brought me to tears, but after seeing a few comments, apparently, I wasn't the only one. I pray that y'all are recharged and will be vlogging regularly again, but I understand if you won't! God bless the Congelliere family! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Im 69 this new year,so i can look.back and help you forward!Joy ,rejoicing,greif,sadness,struggle joy unspeakable ,joy !Greif sadness low places.Each season has its teaching!Love you!
Yes, you were deeply missed, more concern that everyone is okay. I have learned so much from you, Phil & Alex, and your loving family; unhitching and going on a journey of love and discovery. Your faith that when it was time you were shown your new home in Tennessee. The building of your dreams; the garden, the chickens and most importantly, the joy of adding one more precious child, born of your struggles with infertility. I held my breath and prayed nonstop through Cassidy's early days. To see All of your girls growing, thriving and showing their personalities and love of every bit of life. It's restorative to see that a simple life is sustainable, living on a farm is the best life for children. Laughter and love. Wherever this journey leads you, that is where you belong❤❤❤ May God continue to bless you Phil, Alex, Kinsley, Callie and Cassidy🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I have loved watching you all for the last few years. I started just before you found about Cassie. Thank you for being so real with you're viewers and smart to hear God's voice when he speaks to your hearts. Protecting your children and each other. I will never get to meet you on this earth but love the opportunity to worship with you in Heaven.
I still hope Phil will one day write a book. I will be on the advanced purchase list!!!
Hugs from Cumming Ga.
Oh, my goodness….I have missed y’all so much!! Felt like members of my own family had been missing. But, I’m happy that y’all were able to step back and rest. It’s vitally important that we all do that. Looking forward to what God has in store for your lives next. ❤
I had my first pregnancy and miscarriage when Cassidy was born. I watch the blogs and note her development and it helps me remember my little one.
Watching this video made me realize how much I have missed the joy you share with us. You do what you need to do for you and your family. We love you.
You all have been missed. Thank you for the update. Can't wait to see what comes next.
I have miss you and your family so much. Your animals looks so great. Your children are growing so tall and you guys both look very happy. I’m glad you took the time off.
Phil hearing your voice was the comfort I needed this morning. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
You all have been missed !!! So glad you are back !!!
You dont owe us an explanation. You and your family have been through so much and needed time to heal and reflect on the important things. Glad you are back we missed you.
We missed y’all! Totally understand needing a break ❤ Your family is such a blessing to everyone so thanks for sharing your lives with us as much as you have!!
I have missed your family more than you will ever know. I look forward to living and learning with you guys in this next season of life. Wishing you all love and peace but most importantly the Lord's blessings. In Christ, Lorraine
In your message, you mentioned the loss of a grandmother, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've missed your family terribly, but I'm so glad you take the time you need, for whatever the reason. You are an amazing family and I will be praying that God will continue to be the Center of your family. LOVE and PRAYERS ALWAYS from Gainesville Florida.❤🙏😊🙏❤🐕🐮🐣🐖
Have missed you all a lot. Love seeing your homestead with all your animals, gardening and of course seeing those 3 girls thriving. Hoping we can see more of you soon❤
Good to see you all again!!
You too!
So special of your family to focus on the most important, God and His will for your life. We are excited to hear the how through life as well, since we too live in this imperfect world. I'm excited for this new chapter and I pray you share just enough with us to let our love multiply and also maintain a level of solitude of information that only you and your close family can share.
Welcome back (in whatever capacity works for all of you.) Happy day!
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Yes! The how is what I need 😂 life is killer sometimes. I am farming my garden because of you. Life here can be hard with send children and killer work hours and in the past on here I have spoken about how tough it can be to see social media accounts that broadcast their beautiful, perfect lives. It’s may also not be right to share the nitty gritty - the hardships and the tantrums and the fall outs but I so appreciate the reference to it and I am so in need of the how! Love you guys. I have been following since 2016! Which is when I had my first baby ❤
Hey Phil & Alex,
We have been in transition too with my husband’s health improving(praise god!), mourning the loss of my father after two years of declining health, and adjusting to our daughter beginning school(where did the time go?!).
Through it all I am so thankful for the Lord’s provision and for having places like your channel to find inspiration, hope, and just encouragement that my family isn’t the only one dealing with hard challenges.
I agree that we have to continue to refill our cups physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually and give ourselves grace as we are listening and trusting in what path God is steering us towards in the next season.
“And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.”
Romans 8:28
Keep on listening and resting in the one who grace, mercy and strength surpasses all both in the valleys as well as on the hills.
God bless you!
Taking time for family, standing firm in faith in Jesus, and leaning into Him for support are all super important. Having recently lost my Papaw (grandpa) , I've come to understand this in a way I couldn't before. I'm so glad y'all were able to take time away, refill your cup, and create lasting core memories for your family. Praying for y'all to continue growing the farm and taking time when y'all need it. ❤
Wow wow welcome back and thank you for the real rawness of your lives. I have been a subscriber many years from the beginning actually. As a believer hearing you speak about the Lord in this world is so refreshing and I will also say that I really missed you all can’t wait to see the girls I am sure the are so big. Sending love and prayers always. Welcome back can’t wait to see more and experience this next chapter with you all.
Phil's voice brought joy to my heart, but tears to my eyes. I have missed you guys, so much. God Bless your family! We will be here when you are ready to film again! ❤❤
Oh gosh guys…I remember a video once saving my mind once and I see that happening again soon ❤️ we love you, how good that you’ve taken time for your family and your love. I need some input on healing. On keeping the joy in our hearts. Thank you for the inspiration
I remember when when your second daughter was still in a high chair. You have no idea the prayers and invested hope Ive lived out through your family. We may not have the answers for yesterdays troubles or understand why we were brought to them. But together as sisters and brothers in Christ, we do not have to go through anything alone. I pray and hope all is well with all your family. I pray for the little things to give you peace in times where it feels like you are alone. God bless you all. I have missed you all!
Have been watching ur videos quite sometimes. Gives me hope and so much positivity here. You guys are awesome. We have done ivf and freezed embryos. Due to covid we went way down on financial crisis. Its been 3 years we figuring when to schedule for FET. Prayers needed🙏🙏🙏🙏
I am so happy for you. That you disconnected and reconnected. I am so glad you all are well. ❤
I have been missing you guys. I missed your laugh Phil. Thanks for putting that in this short video. It definitely sounds like you guys did what you needed to for your family. You are so sweet to watch and I love how you take care of your children. I have missed your garden this year and other things, but your family and God comes first. Looking forward to you coming back and sharing, but take your time. I'm not going anywhere. I love you guys! Just so glad you are all okay. That is what I was most concerned about.
you all have been missed by many!! i always look forward to seeing that you guys have uploaded a video:a little backstory on me,when i was born i was 3 months too early and i had a trache in for the first 8 years of my life and so fast forward to now i can,t do much physical activity like sports or anything like that and i still got ALOT of health problems to this day,and now i,m 22 years old (will be 23 december 20th). it,s always good to take a re-set if you will,to let it replenish you physically,mentally,emotionally and spiritually. also super cute puppy!! hope you all decided to stay on youtube.. love you all, you all are the realest people on youtube.
I've missed y'all so much. The other day y'all pooped in my head and stopped to say a prayer for y'all. I'm so glad that y'all are coming back Thanks for letting us know how y'all are. Prayers coming y'all's way.
I know that we will never know or understand everything that you have or are going through!!! I do know that we will all be here for you!!! We love you too!!! I'm glad you guys are all okay!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers every day!!! God Bless Us All!!!
Welcome back... Thank you for your words... I too have been doing a lot of reflecting and letting go and learning to love life again
Missed you all but so happy that you put YOURSELVES and your needs FIRST. Welcome Back. Your viewing family sincerely missed you all. 🙏💛🙏
Phil you speak so eloquently. You would make a wonderful narrator. I’m glad the break was fulfilling I know your followers are glad you’re back!
Thank You for allowing us to take this journey with you. it had its ups and its downs but we made it.
You have been so missed. Love and God Bless to all of you ❤️
You owe us nothing. We Thank You! For sharing your family and life, in that process we have come to love you, your babies and 4 legged friends. Your humble reality is something you teach us. It’s ok to be vulnerable it gives us the lessons and meaning of living life! ❤ you are missed 😊
Your video means so much to me. Ive watched you from the beginning and prayed for your family. Such a beautiful family and dog. I've learned so much from you all and saw your faith in action. I pray God's blessings on you always. Do what you need to do. I miss you all. ❤
I like your words and Narrative of years past. Oh how you were missed by taking a much needed rest/reflection time. Looking forward to the next chapter of life lessons that we will all learn from.
You can tell you're a great pastor. Your family is a breath of fresh air, glad youre back
I missed you guys so much. I was honestly worried about you all. I feel so much better knowing you just needed a break and I can honestly say, I don't blame you at all. When and if your going to share your lives with us please do know I will be here waiting. Take whatever time you need. Love you all & God bless🥰