A Video for Someone Who Needs a Friend
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- I know what it feels like to be lonely and this video is for anyone who's struggling right now and just needs a friend. It's an interactive video and I want to hear your thoughts, advice and even how you're doing. This has nothing to do with the algorithm and everything to do with taking care of YOU. Sending so much love.
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Margaret, I could have cried when I saw this title. I’ve been praying for the Lord to bring me a friend for quite some time. Someone with the same common interests that I can really connect with in REAL life lol. Even with 2 kids and a phenomenal husband, there’s a loneliness there. Everyone is going in a million different directions and it’s so difficult. One thing I’m loving lately is reading! 📚 I was never a reader and now I read novels bc I just love to lol. (Love your mantra). Thank you for opening up your heart today, I know it’ll be comforting to so many people. Keep being you! You’re pretty awesome, and I admire the grace you have with all that’s on your plate, you’re doing great friend!
Good quote from my grandfather “Hard work won’t hurt ya but worrying about it will”
A quote my Grandma used to say that I carry with me every day. "If you want something to change, you have to change something"
About a decade ago, my husband and I were going through a very difficult season of life. And one day we were at a breaking point and were having a conversation with his parents. My MIL told us, ‘you chose your love, so love your choice.’ And that really resonated with me. Love is a choice. So for every trial we face I remind myself that I choose to love him regardless of what my feelings are saying in that moment. It has changed our marriage for the better. We celebrate 15 years married this August.
Hi from Poland! Thank you for the video. I'm mother of two little boys, I have no close friends to talk to, so I really appreciate it. You're doing a great job here on this channel. Keep going ❤
I enjoyed this. I’m recovering from my second cancer oral surgery since Oct 6, 2023 this is hard but God is there for me. Thanks for your channel and upbeat attitude. ❤
Uh, I’m so sorry to hear and also so touched that I could comfort you today. Sending love!!
I woke up feeling heavy and lonely. Scrolled youtube to see what is new in my subscriptions. I really needed this-I appreciate you and thank you for all you do xx
You have articulated what I cannot. Thank you for sharing and for making me not feel alone. It was fun hanging out and chatting, let's do it again soon!
Absolutely 🥹♥️ so glad you enjoyed it!! Will do it again soon for sure:)
Absolute favorite snack: vanilla Greek yogurt, little bit of lime juice, topped with some oats. Put it in the freezer for about 15 min. Tastes like a key lime pie🤌🤌
I took your course and it has changed my life. And all I can do is tell everyone I know about it. You are doing such great work. You and your beautiful family are so in my prayers for His blessings and provision for your dreams 🩵
Wow, what a sophisticated snack!! Makes me want to up my game! and omg what?!?!?! That is the highest honor that my course served you. I'm literally going to email you personally to chat more about it. Wow, thank you for sharing. I poured my heart and soul into it and am so unbelievably touched to hear this. Sending so much love!
I am 6 months pregnant, I live in an apartment far from my family and friends. We have been looking for a house for 4 years and can't find anything. The first pregnancy was great, I felt calm and present, and in this one, everything is somehow difficult for me. The husband has his needs, my two years old son has his, everyone has his own opinions on everything and interfere in everything. I feel alone, isolated, disconnected, like someone who doesn't have a right to their needs right now. To my own decisions. Someone who doesn't know how to clearly say no and set boundaries for others. I've been a minimalist for 4 years now and right now I feel that even simplifying my environment all the time does not helps at this stage of life. I don't feel like a enough good mom or wife or anything right now.
Hug
“People are more important than things!”🥳
That's OK.
This has been a tremendously hard year for me on the loneliness front, so I know what you're feeling. Long story short, my wife decided to leave, and now my best friend is gone and I only have my boys half the time. So there are times when the quietness just roars around me. It has been dark, but it has been one of the best times in my walk with the Lord. So my only recommendation is, you may not feel like there is time, but MAKING time to be still before Him and read the word with the goal of being close to Him has really helped me.
As for what I have been "loving". I ditched my only social media (instagram), so I'm having more time to be still and to read.
Oh my gosh, I loved this. You could feel the genuine warmth and kindness radiating during the video. It had such pure and gentle intentions. Thank you Margaret x
Thank you for your kind, genuine heart. You truly are a gem here on TH-cam! Something I've been loving: I work from home, but work has slowed down A LOT.. money is really tight right now, but the reason I'm loving it is because I know this is happening because God has missed me. This extra time is allowing me to dive into his word again. I strayed away from him for a few years - I added to my "lies I believe" collection as a result. so now I'm doing a lot of learning and UNlearning, and it's been an amazing experience so far. Thank you for being one of the godly influences that has been quietly encouraging me and nudging me back to our Father the whole time I wandered and tried things my way. You are radiating with the Holy Spirit even when you're feeling lonely. Thank you for never stifling him. It feels good to be back home! 🥰
Mantras: Slow down and live awhile! Keep moving! (I'm 72) Follow Jesus - He is my enough! My husband (of 50 years) and I dance (well our version of dancing) around too! 🥰 My favorite drink right now is cold brewed coffee with a squirt of flavored cream! We are loving garlic toast with a mashed avocado spread on it and topped with a once over easy egg!! YUM! Keep trusting the LORD - He has your back! God bless you and yours!
Love those mantras!! Love to hear y’all dance too, brought a smile to my face!!
Favorite drink
Rim glass with just a little sugar
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Top off with as much or as little sparkling water (Perrier is my pick) as you want depending on how strong you want the drink. I usually add about 6-8oz
Add some ice.
Delicious and great for gut health.
You’re not alone friend. I’m also going through a really hard time. It’s so hard being a mom. ❤
Your videos always help me put things into perspective. Our family has been experiencing a lot of financial stress lately. The last five years we have unexpectedly had to replace our roof, windows, AC and furnace, garage door and vehicle on top of adding two babies to our life. We have depleted the savings we’ve spent 10 years building. But I love this home and plan to live here forever. I’m working on shifting my mind shift to understand we are investing in this house, not simply fixing broken things. We are not in debt, we have healthy kids, we have a huge support system that lifts us up when these mishaps happen, and we’re happy. Thank you Margaret. I needed this video today.
Thank you for this Margaret!! It has not been an easy season for me, I am having trouble finding a job and feel very isolated from my family because my parents are emotionally abusive but trying my best to keep going. This really helped me calm down after a panic attack and helped me feel less lonely so thank you. ❤️
What I’m loving right now: flowy dresses, quiet prayer time outside, audiobooks, embroidering, and yoga.
A mantra I've been loving over the last year of my life is, "The grass isn't greener on the other side, it's greener where you water it." It helps me to remember I have all that I need and that social media can often make me feel like I need more or different things to make myself happy. It robs me of seeing the true blessing my life already is with everything in it, and if I take better care of the life I have currently my life is just as if not more magical than the comparison trap that is social media. Hope this helps anyone like it helped me.
Also to Margaret, I love this kind of content and pray I find real life friends like you. This was such refreshing content! Sending so much love.
This might be the best mantra I've ever read and it's certainly what I needed. Thank you for sharing it 🤍
You are such a sweet soul! When I first found your TH-cam channel you were living in my city for your husband’s baseball. I remember thinking that we could be friends, then you moved 😂! I’m glad that we can be friends still. I am an older mom (46) of 5 kids and still struggling with keeping it all together. I will be praying for your backyard for your kids. God answered my prayer and gave me my house, he will answer yours too. He loves to give good gifts to his children!
I am so thankful for this video. I teared up several times watching while folding laundry because I felt not lonely for a moment. You also reminded me to be grateful for the weeding I've been grouching about, I should be thankful to have beds of flowers in my yard that need to be weeded! I've been loving my food processor that was given as a gift, there are so many recipes and chopping and shredding that have become so much more simple because of it! Recently, I've been shredding whole blocks of cheese then freezing it, so I have the convenience of shredded cheese without the nasty starches and additives that the store bought ones come with!
i never thought to shred cheese and then freeze it! that is genius!
Thank you for this video. ❤ I'm currently on rotation overseas, and I'm thankful I can still watch my favorite TH-cam channels. I'm really feeling lonely and long to be back home with my husband and family. I look forward to each of your videos, and this one just meant a lot to me. Thank you 😊 My favorite food right now is loaded chicken fries. I'm definitely making it for my husband when I get home. Its fries and chicken strips with cucumber, red onion, lettuce, tomatoes, garlic sauce, and barbecue sauce. It's so good! Best wishes ❤️ 😊
I loved this so much. I transitioned to working from home when I was pregnant with my baby girl. It was a hard transition for me and something I continue to work on. Summers are extra hard with my 3 step kids home from school and my husband working night shift, however I am growing so much with God and learning to lean into the fruits of the spirit to help me keep my peace and focus. I was encouraged by your last video about things that can improve your life, as I am feeling the need for a revival of my marriage. We have changed so much in our marriage from having a kiddo, to changing jobs multiples times, to just growing as humans. More advice in this area would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for being YOU! *** Also, favorite drink--Kombucha GTs or Dandelion Root Tea with Honey or Strawberry Mule Mocktail, Favorite Snack--Sweet Potato Nachos, Favorite Meal--Crispy Brussels Sprouts from Lilys in Boone and Vegan Chicken Salad from Earthfare.
Gosh I just loved every bit of this video! I am a new mom, my first baby is 5 months old now. I love him and am blessed to be home with him and it’s also a season of reckoning with the changes! Realizing not all of my old hobbies and fun things have a place in life right now and learning to realize that is OKAY and motherhood is a sacrifice. A good one. A gift from God.
So there’s definitely loneliness and all kinds of feels mixed in! And anxieties about the future (will I have more kids, can I handle more kids, what do I even like right now or want, etc etc etc)
Also… wondering how much I’m influenced by online world and what do I really want to do versus what I think I should do… it’s a mind trip!
I’m also with you on the clean books. For awhile I was into the popular fantasy ones that basically tirn into P**n and the Lord convicted me that it was wrong
Thank you for being so real and open. When comparing myself to people on social media I always feel like I come up short. I am 15 years older than you and always feel so inspired yet inadequate because you seem to have so much wisdom at such a young age. I have the big house and great career and am still jealous of your life. I spent way too much of my life going after the things that did not matter and that makes me sad. Life is so hard but learning to trust the Lord is my main goal now. I falter all the time but He keeps bringing me back. He is my source of contentment now. Thank you for your videos, they brighten my day and I get so excited when a new one drops.
I needed this today! Thank you Margaret. My grandma had a heart attack (she's 90) last week and my heart has been heavy waiting for news of her health. I love all the books by Katherine Reay, they're cute and clean!
You have no idea how much I need this video that the second I saw the title I started to cry a little ❤ thank you for this Maggie.
🥹brought tears to my eyes. So glad I could encourage you today!! Sending so much love.
@@margaretmatheny God bless you girl! You are amazing!
This is a beautiful video, Margaret. Thank you so much for sharing. Sending love x
Love the bread warmer basket 😍... Thank you for this video! Really enjoying decluttering and sorting out the house, a step at a time. But also enjoying the time with family doing everyday things.... Although at times lonely, I really do enjoy alone time. 😊 It's a little therapeutic
I wholeheartedly loved this video! A quote I love and think I would offer to a friend as advice is "You are enough." Do It On A Dime started saying it after losing her brother to suicide and it has resonated with me. You're human Margaret, your home doesn't have to be spotless, you can have bad days, or even bad phases. It's helping you continue to grow and be better you every day! Eat some bread, get some sunshine and fresh air! Thank you for being my friend!
Your little grin after pronouncing the word...ha! I'm cracking up! You're awesome. Also..."down here." 😂
Struggle share: Thanks for being vulnerable. Homeschooling mom of 4 boys (7yo, 5yo, 2yo, 8mo) here to say...ya. That's a full plate. Just homeschooling alone is a. Lot. Especially when you're at the starting end and are figuring it all out - what do you want to do and how and with what...and there's so much out there to sift through! (Made my heart happy to hear you are leaning Charlotte Mason...I have lots more to say on that but trying not to bombard you. 😉)
But then you add your work and homemaking and mothering boys and loving your husband, all in a small space is HARD. It's ok to feel tired. Matt 11:28-30.
Love these vids for the imposter syndrome: th-cam.com/video/7D-0nuFFEh4/w-d-xo.htmlfeature=shared
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My turn: I'm struggling to respond to my boys with patience. My knee-jerk reaction is usually to push their problems back on them or be dismissive. I know it's a bad habit I developed during a tough time, and I've come a long way from the screaming and shouting matches we used to have, but it's hard to be patient (yes, ironic) while that habit is rooted out of my heart. It does help to have the Lord remind me with your soft voice in my head that we can all be better together. But sometimes I just want to be there already! Ya know?
Loving: shoes 👍, vase 👌, bread warmer! 😍 Did not know such a thing existed. So cool! I'm currently loving the Seek app to learn about plants around me. Also, beautiful 3-part harmonies with deep strong base singers. It is feeding my soul.
Advice: what is it about little boys and berries?! 😅🏦
How I'm doing: My husband just told me I could make him a list of things to do for me because we discovered my love language is acts of service. What?!?! The past two weeks I have felt so LOVED that I'm now having to work really hard to think of things to put on the list. Also just trying to live in this season. The hardest part is not having income. It was expected (year 4 of pharmacy school for my husband), but I was not expecting the poverty mindset to be so hard to stave off.
Reading recs: I love classics! 🤓 You'll catch up, but it's not a race. Anyway...I'd recommend looking at the Newberry award list and picking one that stands out to you...maybe Roller Skates, Maniac Magee, or Ginger Pye for lighter starters. The Giver is amazing, but then again...maybe not yet if life now feels heavy. My Father's Dragon would be a fun one to read with your boys.
Snack: [DIY peanut butter balls](chefsavvy.com/5-ingredient-peanut-butter-energy-bites/#wprm-recipe-container-27489)
Drink: ...filtered water 🤭 (finally took the plunge, thanks for the Epic Water Filter recommendation!)
Meal: [Mediterranean Fish](laughingspatula.com/30-minute-mediterranean-fish-skillet/)
Exciting: Isaiah 40:31. Spread your wings. The wind will come. 🦅🏡🤸♂
I absolutely loved this video so much. It can be so hard for some of my friends to open up and share and it’s difficult to always be the one opening and sharing because it can feel like something is wrong with me in terms of like I’m the only one that seems to be having a hard time. I appreciate your vulnerability and it was so lovely to have the same type of friend as I am for 17 minutes. Thank you for sharing❤️❤️
I’ve been watching your videos for years, but have never commented before. This video felt like a hug. Thank you.
I'm currently so unmotivated to play with my 2 yo, it's really getting me down. Trying to get out more (just the two of us) for afternoon snack or whatever random thing I can think of. My husband's super busy at work and will be travelling more for work the next couple of weeks. Trying to see friends everyday, but don't want to seem needy..
Loving puzzles at the moment and trying to enjoy nature and relaxing fully in those few minutes that the little one's playing without mummy.
From a friend to a friend - advertise your course at the beginning of unsponsored videos. We come here because we like YOU and want to know! Plus you workd so hard on it and you can be proud. Please don't feel bad for talking about it. Again and again.
And I understand what you mean regarding turning 30. I am turning 30 this summer and I feel such a massive nostalgia towards my youth.. It's kind of hard to aknowledge I am not that free young girl without responsabilities anymore. Lots of love!!
❤I love fresh tomatoes and cu numbers out of my garden and picking hydranges and Rose's and bringing them in to enjoy
It was a sweet surprise to see this intentional video. Thank you!
Im loving seeing gardens and plants grow. I have a little container garden and seeing what is growing and producing brings me joy!
Favorite snack: soft pretzel with homemade farmers cheese. Delicious! (Farmers cheese is really easy to make. I recommend trying it. Its just milk, salt, and vinegar!)
Favorite meal: marinaded chicken thighs with roasted broccoli and roasted potatoes all nice and brown. Yum!
Favorite drink: lemonade
Thank you for making this video. I am in a lonely season (and have been for awhile) and it felt good to watch this 🙂
Love this video! Iowa Mama here, and your videos really inspire me in my days. My favorite snack right now is Kalona whole milk cottage cheese with fresh salsa or pico mixed in and use clean tortilla chips to dip in 😊
I’m enjoying my garden! My 6 year old son picks strawberries daily and it’s so much fun. Digging in the dirt is so good for the soul. Your mind just focuses on the task at hand. God’s beauty is miraculous ❤️ it is the best medicine for mental health in my life right now. I hope you get to have a backyard soon🙏🏻
Couldn’t agree more. Thanks for sharing this, it made me so happy!! My sister has a huge garden that I ask to work in 😂 it really is so life giving!!
Yes!!! I'm praying you get your yard soon too!!!
Book recs!!!!!
Francine Rivers 🙌🏼 fiction novels but all revolve around the character’s faith stories. Start with “Redeeming Love” and then read the two book series “A Mother’s Hope” and “A daughter’s dream” all her books are so good!!
Best snack: Nutella rolled up in a tortilla 😅 best drink: bubblr 🙌🏼
Pho is my current favourite dish to cook, I thought it was super complicated and something I missed as I used to go to a restaurant to have it but I can't afford this/ don't live near one right now. A simply, cheap recipe that I love and now I get to enjoy hosting people and sharing the meal with them. Loved this video, yes to more of these - thanks!
Hello! Right now I'm enjoying my new bullet journal and ever since your decluttering live stream I've started to enjoy my house a little more. Ive been trying to declutter for years but I haven't felt more peace. The past couple of weeks Ive been able to maintain a clean home (living,kitchen,dining) and it has felt sooo good!
Dear Margaret, this was such a special video! You are so special and a true blessing to many. I always learn something new from you!
I just loved your 2 quotes. They are exactly what I need to tell myself.
I love your baking soda advice. Definitely need to try it!
Just yesterday I tried half frozen mango because you told us how good it is, and it was truly so delicious!
In one of your more recent videos you told us to write a list of the things we truly love doing. Somehow I couldn't really think of anything that brings me true happiness. But then last week I decided to paint my boys room for them and chose together with them a gorgeous blue. I had so much fun painting the room and thought to myself, this really is something that makes me happy.
I also really hope for you that you get your backyard. That's a want that you should not put aside but keep working towards. You will be so happy when you have it. I have 4 boys and 1 girl and I can't imagine life without a backyard, even though ours isn't very big. May the Lord give you the desires of your heart!
Thank you for sharing all of this Rebekah. So glad you're loving frozen mango! It's such a bright spot in our life during the summer.
YOU painted the room blue!!! Wonderful!!! I'm smiling so big reading that--it made you happy! Literally tears in my eyes!
Thank you for that. I know we will get one one day, just learning the incredible lesson of patience and waiting on the Lord. His plan is perfect and he never withholds anything good from me. Sending so much love. thank you for this sweet message!
Hi! Margaret, baking soda is good for everything!
I have 3 good friends and an amazing gran, none of them live close to me. I often feel lonely for friendship and face-to-face kindred spirits!
Thnak you! I truly felt like I was with a friend. This gave me joy. Blessings!
Loved this video and format! ❤❤
Your happy moment made me face almost break my smile was so big. Thank you!!!
I have so many happy moments with my husband and two little ones but I cant think of them to share
and that makes me so sad! I'm going to really think about capturing happy moments so that I can share them with others! That's awesome.
I would absolutely love to buy tour course, but because of the exchange rate (Dollars to Rands for South Africa), and our small budget I can't. I will gladly do your masterclass when it's up!
You are such an inspiration! I pray our Father blesses you abundantly and exceedingly!
What a breath of fresh air to see someone be honest and vulnerable. Life has ups and downs and it is refreshing to see someone show the struggle and not make it be some over-the-top unrelatable experience. Thank you for sharing and being real. Know that you are growing your community and slow and steady wins the race!! Hoping your current slump passes quickly!!! -- sending you lots of love, from a butter lover!!!! 🧈❣
This was so enjoyable to watch and listen to. I loved how you moved around in all the different spots-really felt like an actual friend was hanging out 😊
You are one of my top favorite TH-cam channels!! You are inspiring and so real. I have three little kids and I cannot imagine how hard it must be to not have a back yard. Hang in there!! You are doing an amazing job!
Absolutely loved this! Also just 30, half way pregnant w second. And feeling all the feels ❤ Bianca
Loving - I’m currently reading a couple of Joshua Becker books (I just finished clutter free with kids and am now on The more of Less) they’re definitely something I’ve needed to read and don’t know why I haven’t picked them up to read sooner, I came across both of them on Vinted at the right time I feel because I’ve been really struggling with myself and my lack of ability to actually let go of things. I’ve felt like my life recently is like a Groundhog Day… and I’ve not been helping myself really.
Thank you for this video Margaret. I love all your Videos, you’re beautiful, genuine and inspiring. ❤
I feel you Margret and you aren't alone. Sometimes we overwhelm ourselves with the urge of having everything tidy and put together. Trust the process it is just a phase and I am sure you will make it.❤ Sending love 💖
We need your brownie recipe ❤️
Something easy and super yummy I love making is something my mom called “Tuscany bread.”
Spread pesto on a slice of sourdough, then put a slice of tomato, a basil leaf or spinach, a slice of muenster cheese, and top with some parmesan. Just bake it until the cheese is golden. So good!
hallelujah Margaret! Keep going, sis. The title hooked me.. it's been one of those days - where my independent creator self who moved away from home almost 3 years ago was on the phone with a distant friend and I got choked up realizing she was truly my only friend. There has been fall out from our move and mutual growing apart from other friends. When I said it out loud, I realized maybe I was sadder about this than I had thought. My daughter and I have been missing her and her family. We just do not have the budget at the moment to visit, so our hearts ache. I too, went through a deep heavy season and I am in that after season where introspection, taking quiet, on social hiatus meets slow and stillness (when able) to gain some radical acceptance and allow God to show me what's next and the lessons to take forward. // On the bestie topics - butter love, backyard yearnings, dancing in the kitchen with your love brought me so much joy to hear and be able to have a warmth for someone who has a partner is such a blessing (i am a single mum at the moment and I adored hearing that story). // A happy moment was after I sent a birthday love voice message to a friend today and she said love notes back to me instead. // my fav snack right now: the good brand cottage cheese whipped with fresh avocado and siesta or late july lime tortilla chips - thank me later... I just made it on a creative whim. // favorite drink is my clean tox milk thistle tea with a splash of maple syrup, cardamon, nutmeg & heavy whipping cream or cream top milk/half half. /// and lastly - even though I am on IG hiatus I will DM you to chat about your course. // I feel blessed to have watched this video today and to see your authentic heart through a screen from one stranger to another.
Love this video and it was just healing to listen ❤ sell your course girl!! You are one of the real ones and anyone would be lucky to learn from you
Wow thank you so much. Those words are so kind ♥️
Thank you for this Margaret. This video came at a time while I was doing a late night decluttering & packing session in the living room of my apartment. Stay well.
THIS! Gosh I needed this, thank you! As a fellow mama to 3 boys(my oldest turns 5 tomorrow 🥺) I really enjoyed every bit of this. I'm struggling with being at a new job after my last son was born just shy of 6 months ago and trying to balance work and mama life and being a wife and so much more!
I look forward to a new post from you, any day, any time. It’s always a treat for me, really. I view them all as a moment with you to share friendship.
I am currently dealing with the loss of my son. I lost him, in utero while I was 6 and 1/2 months along. That was in August of last summer and I guess I was immediately numb to it all and the season of grieving is now finally catching up to me. Not that I didn’t grieve before, obviously it’s now just really starting to hit me super hard. I’m constantly thinking about how old he’d be right now, the what ifs, how life would look. Would I be sitting in this cold office working a job I don’t like or would I be happily at home with him? It’s so erie to me and I don’t really have the best family support, so it makes it even harder. I appreciate you, though and the time you take to care for your followers. I feel calm when i watch you, hear your voice and take note of your thoughts and ideas. Thank you for allowing to share mine in a safe space. Love you bunches. ❤
You are doing it and doing it well ❤ it’s normal to feel overwhelmed you have lot on your plate. I needed this vidoe, love it! Also momma to 3 little boys and things are loud and things are messy and it’s hard and good at the same time. My fav thing is reading right now and I’m so looking forward to summer and more time spent reading. Loving these zevia raspberry lime drinks 😋
I needed this today ❤ just to hear someone else’s thoughts and struggles , dreams and laughter 😊
Uh, this warms my heart so much. That's exactly why I made it. Sending so much love!!
I literally told my daughter today how much I love your content. Im an empty nester and feel lonely often, simply because I literally am alone. So this video was such a sweet surprise. I genuinely love you as well Margaret. No new reads, mantra "today's a good day to have a good day ", I am loving Salmon patties with baby greens. My blood pressure and blood sugars have been perfect for the past month (thanks to eating healthier) and alot of that is thanks to you for sharing content that has helped motivate me and nudge me in the right direction ❤
Loved this ❤ cheesecrackerswine, adult kids just visited, my pups, volunteering at horse rescue, just read Hotel Nantucket (fun), meeting my love for a few days away...you are lovely. I enjoy your vlog 😊
Hi Margaret, thank you. I have the most beautiful family, a loving husband & 3 kids & so much that I am grateful for. I have felt alone at times. Thanks for being a friend, your video was really touching & I had a good laugh & cry. I'm 42 & from my experience, my 30's was an AMAZING decade. I had some challenging times too in my 30's but I also felt more acceptance of myself & wiser & experienced so much love & happiness. I believe you have so much to look forward to & so much ahead of you. Thanks for listening ❤
❤ I’m doing good. After not doing good - I looked at myself. Over worked, stressed & needed some me time. I’ve put some boundaries in place & done the work. Happier & things are good. My absolute favourite meal right now is home made satay & roti. We have been making it wayyyy to much but it’s so good 😊 I really enjoyed this & hope you get the feedback you need 😘
Hello Margaret 👋🏻 from Australia 🇦🇺 I just wanted to send some encouragement your way, your videos are so inspiring to me, and they really do encourage me, you love the lord and it truly overflows through your life, I’m thankful to have your videos to reflect on, i have a 2yo boy and a 9mo girl, that I plan to homeschool in the future, your videos have really lifted me up through this journey of motherhood and also just my attitude towards life and the people around me. So Thankyou friend 🙂 keep doing you 💕 god bless x
Thank you so much for sharing and being a friend! I've been loving this quote lately and it has helped me so much as an overthinker to make decisions..."Get into the habit of asking yourself 'Does this support the life I'm trying to create?'"-unknown
I remember back when we rented apartments and townhomes. I always hated the noise and lack of outdoor space. Looking back I thought, why didn't we just rent a house? It didn't even seem to cross my mind and I don't know why. That might be an option for you while you're saving up for a home in the future.
Definitely an option for us ♥️ this wisdom is so appreciated!
You and bethany fontain became my fav youtubers i keep coming back to some of your videos for advice i have no family or friends literally so this is awesome ty!
Thank you❤
Loved this video. Probably my favorite of all. Keep hanging in there! ❤
Hello from Switzerland🫶🏻 Thank you for this beautiful video! I'm a mum of two boys (age 3 and 1.5) and babyboy #3 is coming in Oct 2024 👶🏼 I'm a SAHM and also bulding my online business.... I'm a bit struggling with finding a healthy mumlife-work-husband-MEtime-balance.... I'm working on it and being patient and gentle with myself. I can't wait to have a house with a backyard too! 🥹 I feel you! Believe me.
Praying about it.🙏🏼
Psalms 23.1 and Psalms 84.11
I feel so seen and understood reading these words. We're in very similar situations and seasons of life. Congratulations by the way!! You're doing such a great job. Sometimes I'm too hard on myself, but it's a lot to balance and my children know I love them unconditionally! I'm sure your children know the same. hold on to that, you're doing great!!! Sending so much love.
Agreeing with so much of this. Sometimes it's just hard, no matter how much you try to be grateful and positive. SAHM here and I constantly feel lonely and alone. Sending love your way x
Hi Margaret, I've watched all your videos and this is the first time I've commented. Thank you for this video. I needed it. I'm not doing so well. My marriage is crumbling around me. We have 3 children and I have 3 jobs. In a very difficult season. Thank you for being here.
CS Lewis said “ Don’t waste the wait!” I love this and wanted to share it with you. When we have to wait, let’s not waste it 💖 God bless you sweet girl.
Hi Margaret! I love the Turmeric/Ginger Tea from Rishi. The Matcha is good and Blueberry Hibiscus. I have been going through such a tough season. It’s a season of waiting but I have no idea where this season is going to take me. I am bit nervous and happy at the same time. Usually, I know my path and since I made a huge decision and change last July, my life has changed so drastically, in the short amount of time. I am so grateful for this change. This change has brought me so much closer to Jesus. I have always been grateful and thankful for His love, guidance, support. I really needed this today. Thank you for sharing this. ❤
Loved this video! Thank you! Life is busy right now… I have a 21 month and a 4 month old 🙃 there’s not a lot of time for friends right now it feels like!
I really want to get into making ferments! Sourdough, kombucha, kefir, etc and have been enjoying learning about them.
Book recommendations! Books by Julie Klassen. I love ‘The Apothecary’s Daughter’ and ‘The Painter’s Daughter’. Wholesome love stories ☺️ She has other books too that she’s written that I love!
Also, your recommendations are THE BEST.
Latest mantra: linger longer ❤
My husband and I are trying to balance intentional work that glorifies God and fills our souls with actually paying the bills. Trying to trust Him to provide in surprising ways if we work hard at meaningful work.
Thanks for this video, Margaret!!
I love your eyebrows! I love Boy Swallows Universe on Netflix. I love watching youtube when my baby sleeps. I love Lemon Ricotta cake.
Favourite snack….raspberries, favourite drink….ginger kombucha, favourite meal…..taco salad with ‘Amy’s brand’ canned refried beans.
Loved this video! I have a few favourite foods currently, tacos, stir fry’s and dumplings!!
I tried a new recipe for vegetarian dumplings made from scratch and they turned out soooo good!
Thank you for this video it felt very comforting 💗
Thank you ❤️..Kristina
If you love lavender mint you will love lavender chamomile. Ha no, we haven’t used or had a microwave in years. Fun fact though… I miss the apartment days because most of our marriage was spent in an apartment and now it’s the stress of getting home maintenance done and it’s pricey! But I know everyone has their reasons for wanting change. I know it’s easier to say other people’s opinions don’t matter but it doesn’t mean it doesn’t sting or sit for a minute. Loved this video 🎉
I love this video. Thank you for making me feel less alone today❤️ Lately I’m loving lattes with local raw honey!🍯
Thank you, Margaret.This was a great video
Thanks Mary ♥️
You are so beautiful! I struggled when turning 30 as well and I continue to struggle with having friends. I think it is a common problem. I also worked from home for 3 years and it was hard! I cried a lot. Now I'm almost 59 and when I look in the mirror it freaks me out a little but when I see other aging women I think they are very beautiful. We are way too hard on ourselves. Ryan Nicodemus from the Minimalists just sent a great email "There Isn't Time" with this idea, "No matter what life throws at you, you will always be exactly where you need to be. This is your life. This is your story. You are who you are. You’re not living on an altered timeline. You’re not living in a Sci-Fi movie." Love your family and be grateful. Your video was filled with struggle and gratitude both! Your video did bring me joy:) Books: "The Grapes of Wrath", "Memoirs of a Geisha," and "Eat, Pray, Love". There are so many great books in the world!❤
Your hair looks so amazing 😍
Hola from Spain! 🥰 Thank you for this video Margaret, you've kept me company while folding laundry 🧺
As a new mom I'm living by a “better done than perfect” mantra 🤭
I'm struggling with some anxious thoughts as I'll be going back to work in September (I'm a preschool teacher) and my baby will have to go to daycare. Thinking we’ll be apart 9 hours a day makes me feel so sad and guilty 🥺
Thanks I am so lonely I appreciate you
What's something I'm loving?
I'm loving crocheting blankets right now. It's the worst season to making a blanket, but as I'm struggling to decide whether I keep my business open or close it after 4 years, making blankets is bringing me the most joy and peace as I try to listen for Gods next step for me. I'm also loving to sit with my eyes closed and really feel my heart while I imagine my future home, family, and the prosperity I know awaits me.
How am I doing?
I'm finding peace in my quiet life which is amazing as I've never really had a quiet life. I'm rebuilding my relationship with God and learning to follow my heart.
Favorite snack?
strawberries and whipped cream, green grapes and a string cheese, ice cold water
Margaret, thank you for making a video like this. For making a place where we can safely talk and feel seen. Even if nobody sees/responds to this comment, I feel a weight lifting off me just by putting it out in the world.🤍
Love this video! I've been really lonely and struggling to find community since graduating college over a year ago.
Thank you for this video!. I am 10+ years older than you and my kids were a little older than yours at the age of 30. I will tell you that having younger kids is rough. I am sure that working and homeschooling have impacted your stress level. I know far too well on that.....Homeschooling can be rewarding but draining all at the same time. And then add working at home in the midst....To be honest, I don't have much advice other than to lean on the Lord because I am in a similar situation but with teenagers.
I loved the fact that you are so upbeat even in the midst of your stress. I have been a follower for years loving your content. I have felt lonely a lot of my adult life not feeling that I fit in anywhere. So this video was for me - along with many other of your followers I'm sure. We could be friends in real life! Remember just because you live like a minimalist doesn't make you exempt from stress. That is one misconception people have that once I declutter everything I will alleviate all my stress. Life can still be stressful at times.
Leaving the dishes in the sink for a night doesn't make you a bad mom/person. It matters more about the bigger things in life. You aren't going to remember 10 years from now how many times you have a clean house vs a dirty one. But you will remember the fun times you had with your kids. Also, don't lose focus on yourself. Putting all your energy on your husband and kids will eventually leave you drained. You gotta take time for yourself - easier said than done. Give yourself some Grace!
Loved this video so much, it made me feel so good as if I was spending time with my best friend ☺A few things changed in my life recently for the better: I started a new job that I enjoy so much more than the previous one and I finally adopted a cat which has been a dream of mine for a long time 😻
I feel like my heart was smiling this whole video ☺️
Thank you for sharing Margaret. I’m watching this at 1am while feeding my 5-day-old son ♥️ This is my third c-sec (which was truly a beautiful experience).. but I’m feeling impatient with the pain and recovery. Trying to take it easy and my husband is an amazing help with our other kiddies. But I really want to get ‘back in the game’ 😂 Trying to remind myself Jesus is with me and this time of postpartum recovery can be truly beautiful in its toughness. A friend of mine hand painted these beautiful cards for my nightstand with such powerful and encouraging scriptures.. something I am LOVING ♥️
Praying for you. You are so blessed with your beautiful family and I trust that the Lord will lead you, encourage you and guide you and give you the desires he has placed on your heart ♥️
Bonsoir Margaret. Merci pour cette belle vidéo si naturelle. Ça fait du bien d'entendre tes paroles qui sont réconfortantes comme une amie. Je t'écris du sud de la France. Pour ma part, ce que j'aime pardessus tout c'est lire des histoires le soir à mon petit garçon, quand il écoute blotti contre moi ça me fais me sentir en communion avec lui et c'est un moment doux, pure et agréable. J'adore ces petits moments de douceur à la fin d'une journée épuisante. Mon plat favoris c'est les lasagnes au boeuf, c'est un classique mais ça me régale toujours. J'aime aussi beaucoup câliner ma chienne car malgré le fait qu'elle ne parle pas, elle me donne beaucoup d'amour, rien que dans son regard je peux le ressentir. J'aime aussi quand je met de la musique et que mon fils vient danser dans mes bras. J'aime aussi quand j'arrive à prendre du temps pour désencombrer mon appartement même qu'un peu, ça me fait me sentir plus légère. J'espère que mon message pourra t'apporter un peu d'amour fraternel. Je t'embrasse du fond du coeur 🥰😘. Prends soin de toi Dieu pourvoira 💞
Bonjour! Je tape via Google Translate. Quel honneur que vous vous sentiez compris et réconforté par cette vidéo. Nous aimons aussi les lasagnes au bœuf ! C'est tellement gentil. Vos mots étaient si gentils et encourageants. Je vous encourage à revenir. On dirait que vous faites un travail merveilleux même si les journées sont longues. Envoyer de l'amour !!
Loved this. Awesome video
you are the sweetest person. ❤
Thanks, Kimberly. These words are so kind and encouraging. Just have a lotta love!
This video 😢 so sweet!!! 😍 anyway just happened to think about this quote while hearing u talk of your struggles: A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until u put her in hot water. Kinda hilarious but true!! 😅
Lately I've been spending more time outside, and in the water. I've also been going deeper with decluttering, ( letting go of things I still like but I'm just not using and it's making my areas too crowded ) And working on letting go of things that turned out was more of a dream than a reality.
So amazing!! All these things brought me so much peace too. You’re doing such good work ♥️