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  • Ben’s got a new project going on today, building a new housing structure for our breeding boar, Mo. And in the kitchen we are making fresh gnocchi with a mushroom and garlic sauce.
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    Five Tribes by Hunter Quinn
    Left Hand by Lofive
    Like Stone by Daniel Gunnarsson
    Lost In America by Daniel Kadawatha
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  • @colleenallen3382
    @colleenallen3382 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    Back in the 1970’s, I used to watch the weekly Waltons show. Today I watch the Hollars . Both families loving one another, but in this case, the Hollars are a real family , living life, and loving one another, not a movie family. It’s such a joy to watch them interact as a family.❤️ They are great role models.

    • @dianecharles881
      @dianecharles881 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      True, I did the same !

    • @emeraldwaterlifehomestead2180
      @emeraldwaterlifehomestead2180 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Perfectly said. 😊

    • @kimlittleton4943
      @kimlittleton4943 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Agree 100%

    • @stephanieg5195
      @stephanieg5195 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I really appreciate that you help each other out. It’s so important for yourselves, your marriage and your kids! Thank you for sharing that and hopefully families who still have kids in their homes will show it to them!

    • @colleenallen3382
      @colleenallen3382 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@emeraldwaterlifehomestead2180 , Thank you. When I watch the Hollars, I have hope for America. 🇺🇸🙏🏻

  • @mikalasimpson7789
    @mikalasimpson7789 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I loved how you two were so sweet together, it's nice to see you both having fun. Sometimes parents need to remember who they are.

  • @debbieorazi2518
    @debbieorazi2518 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    You all are adorable playing with the gnocchi dough!

  • @dycusfamily
    @dycusfamily ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Apparently letting your guard down while the kids aren't around is more common than we thought 😂. We do it too!

  • @bonniehollingsworth1996
    @bonniehollingsworth1996 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    All of you are getting so comfortable with the camera. I love it when Lilyanna (her name is so beautiful I just have to say it occasionally) picks up the camera and does her own blog! The boys don’t shy away from shots now. The whole family contributed to this being an especially delightful experience. Love the kitchen chemistry.

  • @eaccristo
    @eaccristo ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Every Saturday when the kids were busy watching cartoons..my husband and I would watch cooking shows. We would channel surf till we found something good. He’d take notes. We’d get ready and go shopping. Our rule was. We had to follow the recipe the first time. Then it became ours. He was my helper and we would spend the weekend together in the kitchen. Loved it. Miss it. Kids would ask. Why is dad here in the kitchen? Because he loves me was my answer. It was our time. ❤

    • @deecooper1567
      @deecooper1567 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Many parents would just kick back…..
      BUT NOT MEG & BEN 🤩. Love this fam 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

  • @kimberlyhughes5475
    @kimberlyhughes5475 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    This was a really fun episode! So sweet of the boys to take Buggy out to play...so mom and dad could play in the kitchen! Some kids NEVER grow up😅! Just delightful!

  • @BillieOtero-qe1jq
    @BillieOtero-qe1jq ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Love the way your boys are with Buggy....
    They learned it from their dad....it shows by how confident she is.

  • @grahamecarter
    @grahamecarter ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Made me smile to see you playing, and to hear you laughing together, you both needed and enjoyed that. So did we! Thank you 💜

  • @lindagates9150
    @lindagates9150 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    When the kids are away the parents will play and have a grand time together channeling their inner child 👧 thank you for all the laughter the three of us experienced today I loved the snakes and the snails ears 🫢👋🏻🧝🏼🤚🏻🌺🍀🌟🍀🌺👍👍👍🤔🖖🖖🖖🌺🍀🌟🍀🌺

    • @Native935
      @Native935 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😁😂♥

  • @Yaketyyak21
    @Yaketyyak21 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Watching Meg in the kitchen reminds me of my mother when we were young,she was always in the kitchen preparing food for twelve children…

  • @trudyclay3478
    @trudyclay3478 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For your mosquitoes, equal parts of beeswax Shea butter and coconut oil add citronella oil. They will set up into a bar. And you just rub them on you where you need mosquito protection. You will not sweat it off because of the beeswax.

    • @kristie4890
      @kristie4890 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @trudyclay3478 This sounds great! Approximately how much citronella oil would you add? Say if you're doing 1/2 cup of the beeswax, shea butter and oil?

  • @carriem7832
    @carriem7832 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just finished watching this video and I enjoyed the Buggie Bustle……here there back and forth like she’s doing it with you.
    I have a grd daughter that turned 18 and was running a coffee cafe but started working with her uncle building cupboards, furniture and remodels….she now works full time with him because she loves the challenges and working with wood creating. He does beautiful work and has high end jobs all the time. He told me she is the best worker he has ever had over any guys. On time, never complains and stays till the job is done everyday. Does clean up fast and thinks ahead on what he’ll need.
    She loves her job and I can see maybe down the road her having her own business. Since he doesn’t have children she is the daughter he would have wished for.
    Girls are getting into building a lot now. I have a few foreign vlogs I watch whereas woman are creating beautiful works by themselves…so you go girl and learn those useful traits…🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @sarameitner6770
    @sarameitner6770 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So great to see you two cooking together. Words just cannot express it...

  • @Mary-go8xc
    @Mary-go8xc ปีที่แล้ว +19

    First saw your channel after you made decision not to divorce and to get out of the rat race of CA to go find your homestead. Now to see you so established and in a playful loving relationship living the prosperous and joyful life as God has decreed for you is beautiful. TY for making the brave decision rather than the easy. TY for taking us along on this journey of growth and discovery. You are brilliant parents raising curious capable children. God bless and keep you. Hugs from San Antonio, TX.

  • @angelawilliams8401
    @angelawilliams8401 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love your family. When the kids are out, you get to revert back to children, fantastic. My husband and I do the same.

  • @janetwithers7427
    @janetwithers7427 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved seeing you two playing in the kitchen. Great fun. 💞

  • @alicegilbert4186
    @alicegilbert4186 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for letting us visit

  • @debrezo58
    @debrezo58 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Love seeing you two havin fun in the kitchen. That meal looked delish! And Ben the pig hut is gonna be perfect for papa pig!

  • @peterrowellranson8649
    @peterrowellranson8649 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Well done Ben I'm sure mo will be delighted with his new home great day 💗 love your videos Pete cape town south Africa

  • @mgtmoffat8411
    @mgtmoffat8411 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great to see you sharing kitchen chores.😀 And having a laugh. Thank you for sharing. 🌻🌻💕💕

  • @teresaedwards2879
    @teresaedwards2879 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Found your channel last week and have been watching ever since. Thank you for sharing your family with us.

  • @faithrada
    @faithrada ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Love how the boys were interested in the piggie "Tiny House". That's a very wise plan. 🏠 🐖 🐷

  • @jacquelinecochran8949
    @jacquelinecochran8949 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    “I wanna be an onion.” Made me laugh! an the two of you guys laughing together is so awesome. Much love from Florida!

  • @misskittie
    @misskittie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jason you are so right Meg is Wonder Woman!! I tell my husband that all the time.We love watching your channel every show I’m afraid my memory is not what it used to be so I forget to like some time. Please give us more time and remind us at the end. Little Bug is precious and we love to watch her playing and singing and working.We just love her!❤😂

  • @soiltosoulhomestead
    @soiltosoulhomestead ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Those are some of the best meals when the wife and i cook together. Gob bless you guys another great episode.

  • @tracymacfarlan8959
    @tracymacfarlan8959 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You had me laughing with your snakes and snails 😂 then you made me hungry with your gnocchi and mushroom sauce 😋 definitely wished I had smell -o - vision ❣️❣️❣️

  • @sandratorchia4803
    @sandratorchia4803 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the sweetest episodes ever! Love abounds.

  • @heididragonfly
    @heididragonfly ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice Boarchaleor pad! 🐷

  • @oliviafox3605
    @oliviafox3605 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Playdoh...Silly Putty...snakes and snails...OH MY! Thank you so much.

  • @marshared
    @marshared ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I see your 2 youngest sons, “ummm bop” pops in my head every time. He just so stinkin cute! The Hansens who could forget them

  • @sharonbrown2352
    @sharonbrown2352 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love seeing you both in the kitchen!

  • @adelacoburn1396
    @adelacoburn1396 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    LOL!! Adult time when kids are not around, that was hilarious you two.... 🐌._._ 🐍😅. Well, that meal looked delish 😋🤌, wonderful video, thank you for sharing. God bless🤍

  • @Steve-od6hi
    @Steve-od6hi ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Awesome all of it, and it made sure wish I could have tasted the gravy sauce. LOL, most of the time you guys pray at the table, I join in with you, asking for total blessings upon the family as well.

  • @mattdavis7256
    @mattdavis7256 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For a second I thought you were going to say there was going to be No Mo Moe. Y’all have a blessed evening!

  • @shamancarmichael5305
    @shamancarmichael5305 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I love how Buggy touches each part of your projects that you touch. You can just see her absorbing the details for later! ☺ Also, nice music choice for the montages! 🐌

  • @irenesgardenandmore
    @irenesgardenandmore ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ❤ Meg must be a great cook , cause all the kiddos give her a thumbs up every time !

  • @blindaedwards9528
    @blindaedwards9528 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So great seeing you 2 having such a fun time!❤

  • @carriem7832
    @carriem7832 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a older generation person it was enjoyable to see the two of you enjoying each other playing in dough……love is the simple 💖moments….and having a husband taking time to help in the kitchen is awesome…..I don’t have that….come dinner time he’s on the recliner doing puzzles on his iPad……oh…well….at least he’s home with me…😊
    I hope you are teaching your boys to cook because the basic day to day needs are going to be such a challenge for many……I have daughters that did not learn a lot of those basic have to dos if stores are not open.

  • @materesa8008
    @materesa8008 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh yummy Meg! I'm going to make that on Sunday. You two are a great couple 💑

  • @user-justbeingme
    @user-justbeingme ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yes, we need to have, smell a vision!

  • @irmibullinger1421
    @irmibullinger1421 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I always love it when you guys are having a good time and laughing! 💜💜💜

  • @ottocarmanjones7143
    @ottocarmanjones7143 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seared in butter gnocchi in mushrooms garlic and wine sauce is my death row meal! Perfection.

  • @fields-n-feathers
    @fields-n-feathers ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The giggly surprise when you saw the snail's eyes, Ben, was hysterical.🧡👏🏼🐌

  • @Cindysmiths-homesteadlife
    @Cindysmiths-homesteadlife ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love slicing my mushrooms and pre freezing on a baking sheet then putting in a gallon bag so I always have mushrooms ready to go

  • @tonyapedraza180
    @tonyapedraza180 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just love watching your little family!! 🤗💕

  • @kimberlyterenzoni8451
    @kimberlyterenzoni8451 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love how you came in to rest, but just jumped right in to help Meg in her work.😊

  • @MrJcalvino
    @MrJcalvino ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best homestead chanel by far. Everything feels so natural.

  • @camicri4263
    @camicri4263 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The most intelligent adult conversation 😂😂😂 That was so funny but the food was yummy!

  • @tarabishop8499
    @tarabishop8499 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You guys need to send the kids to the barn more often, you are alot of fun to watch!!❤❤❤

  • @joanneganon7157
    @joanneganon7157 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey Hollers, it's good to laugh together without the Kids😂.
    Momma knows Best🤭.
    Oh so yummy 😋!
    Enjoy❤.
    JO JO IN VT 💞

  • @witchininthekitchin
    @witchininthekitchin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been a pretty busy and stressful week in our family. Birthday party prep. Small garden harvest, maintenance and seed sowing. And one of our peeps who is not as Hapy as the others 😢. Usually I am watching your vids as they come. Worked out so nice. It’s Friday night here in Australia and I’ve just watched your last 3 in a row. Definitely lifted my mood. I laughed a lot and smiled a lot. Really needed that. Thank you. Keep up your great work ✨🌻

  • @territn8871
    @territn8871 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You two are just too cute!! I love it!❤ Supper looked so delicious! Moe keeps his 2 ladies busy raising his babies! Time to rest for the fall and winter, Moe, in your own bachelor pad!

  • @petebartlett2229
    @petebartlett2229 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Megs meals always make me so hungry…and it’s nearly 11pm here!!
    You both in the kitchen is brilliant.

  • @maddogminor306
    @maddogminor306 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You guys are so adorable. I remember goofing around with my husband. Helps the relation ship to have fun together. Stay young at heart.

  • @BonniesPlace
    @BonniesPlace ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had such a chuckle watching you two “kids” making snakes and snails!!! Good for you…it’s so important to just play and laugh once in a while. Thanks for giving me a well needed chuckle too! 😊

  • @pincheguarito591
    @pincheguarito591 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I always watch your videos while I eat my dinner. All that wholesome, happy family non-drama helps my digestion! 😄👍

  • @patriciahusk3428
    @patriciahusk3428 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    What do Mom and Dad do when they are in the house alone? They make snakes and snails out of dough🥰. I love when you two cook together…it’s so doggone adorable!!!

  • @butlermurrell315
    @butlermurrell315 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How did you raise such beautiful children? They get along so well. So much love. You must be proud.

  • @lynnkhosla6277
    @lynnkhosla6277 ปีที่แล้ว

    Remembering the unhappy place you came from in California long before the North Carolina homestead and watching you in the kitchen having fun together made my heart sing.

  • @wheaties1435
    @wheaties1435 ปีที่แล้ว

    The laughter is priceless in this video….😂😂 thanx for the chuckle!

  • @thehatfieldpreppers1502
    @thehatfieldpreppers1502 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love the way you two play around.

  • @kathycortez232
    @kathycortez232 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello family from South Georgia it’s HOT 🥵 here too we need rain to prayer and hugs

  • @denahensley9459
    @denahensley9459 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved seeing you both working and having fun together in a kitchen!!!

  • @ssfoste
    @ssfoste ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I so enjoy the interaction and laughter, because it was true laughter from the heart.

  • @marywaltz7871
    @marywaltz7871 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Megs cooking looks so good, cant cook like that for one :(

    • @beccagee5905
      @beccagee5905 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When I cook a full meal for 1 like that. I try to cut the portions down, but still end up eating the same meal 3 or 4 days in a row. So I usually make the meals I love, and tastes better every time you heat it up. I can't wait for cold weather, because I love my homemade chili. It's tastes better each time I make a bowl. It's been a learning curve, as I cooked for over 20 years for between 5-7 people, not counting Holidays.

    • @marywaltz7871
      @marywaltz7871 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@beccagee5905 i was recently diagnosed with diabetes and all the breads and pasta are no longe allowed

  • @mayhmmaydn
    @mayhmmaydn ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Is the bachelor gonna fit? Lol. Youre a good steward Ben.

  • @idahohoosier8989
    @idahohoosier8989 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    103° but only 14% humidity. The sun is so hot, 2500' elevation. My last home was 500' and at the normal 110 to 121° summer days were much cooler. Made myself sick working outside for 3 hours early this morning
    Blessings, julie

    • @beccagee5905
      @beccagee5905 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Here in the south, our athletes drink pickle juice if they vomit, or get leg cramps from the heat and humidity. It works wonders.

  • @jbbrown7907
    @jbbrown7907 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I look forward to the podcasts.

  • @GetToTheFarm
    @GetToTheFarm ปีที่แล้ว +3

    you were included in a recent 'Get to the Farm' Bonus shout out video on potatoes!

  • @pattiripley7599
    @pattiripley7599 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Never underestimate the muscles on a woman who kneads bread dough regularly. She knows how to throw a punch

  • @juliebaker6969
    @juliebaker6969 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You forgot the puppy dog tails.
    With as many boys as you have, I'd have thought you'd remember the recipe.

  • @sharonparker2262
    @sharonparker2262 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are the cutest! No children time is good for the soul, and for cooking together ❤

  • @JaTon
    @JaTon ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that y’all have fun together even when the kids aren’t around. ❤

  • @deniseharris9363
    @deniseharris9363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gnocchi adult party was fun!! And it looked DELICIOUS!!!

  • @lauraritter5451
    @lauraritter5451 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your family works very very well with each other

  • @freecalkid
    @freecalkid ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see you play and giggle..

  • @butlermurrell315
    @butlermurrell315 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Meg is marvelous

  • @elizabethlink3993
    @elizabethlink3993 ปีที่แล้ว

    💚 So fun to watch you two in the kitchen..had me laughing too! 💚

  • @villagesteader3552
    @villagesteader3552 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Bananaed” love the new word!
    I never new what to call that, but it works. ♥️👍🤓

    • @mmurphy2317
      @mmurphy2317 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This vlog went to new places ...fast. First...Mo's new pigpad...second...to megs gourmand kitchen...then third...Ben and Meg's "playtime" in same...complete with "play dough" and new phrases(e.g. "snake time"..."we're rounding up" ...lol) Your teenagers will read this and prolly be mortified...but to me it makes ya'll all that much more grounded and real! Thanks for sharing the laughs, the love and the life...which again makes your channel unique and truly "Hollerific". 💯👍👏👏👏🔮🪄🍦✅️🐈👀🤣🙂🙃😆🙂🙃🙂

  • @tobycatVA
    @tobycatVA ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When The Kids Are Away . . . Boom Chicka Wah Wah.

  • @blueangelsfan4072
    @blueangelsfan4072 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for another fun video. Can't wait to see how many pounds of cherries you ordered! No corn confetti this year, so sad😂

  • @unamcleod3541
    @unamcleod3541 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh Meg you cook up a storm hunny my mouth was literally watering xxx

  • @faithevrlasting
    @faithevrlasting ปีที่แล้ว

    The Hollars work SO HARD, its so sweet to see y'all have some quality fun, just you two. I recall yesterdays top 5 Hollar play list. This one would be in my top five, after Ben delivering Buggie and Finding home. Thanks. Yall are my favorite you tubers along w the 2 fellow podcasters Lumnah Acres, and Sow the Land. Ben and Meg, you may never lose the tag The "Walton" Homestead after today.

  • @donnamays24
    @donnamays24 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love you guys! Blessings Hollars❤️🙏

  • @larryfeeks6620
    @larryfeeks6620 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet shelter for Moe! Dinner looks delicious!

  • @saritalejeune4960
    @saritalejeune4960 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hello from Louisiana. Good to see y'all having fun!

  • @southloupriverhomestead4696
    @southloupriverhomestead4696 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for another great video!

  • @nancygracia9844
    @nancygracia9844 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally loved your fun time loved it

  • @TerrieAllred2023
    @TerrieAllred2023 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey y'all! I see you have some Mac's Pride boxes back there! You should take a trip to their farm sometime! They have a store with produce and homemade peach ice cream, peach enchiladas (OMG), a restaurant , and a museum full of many old cars, tractors, and other antiques. Lots of rocking chairs where you can sit and enjoy your ice cream. Such a cool place!

  • @PatrickPoet
    @PatrickPoet ปีที่แล้ว

    I love seeing knife skills. Thanks for putting them in sometimes.

  • @AnabelsFinquita
    @AnabelsFinquita ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice playing with snakes 😉

  • @JoHarmon-hg7wz
    @JoHarmon-hg7wz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed watching you work together in the kitchen while the kids played outdoors.

  • @coryart
    @coryart ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the adorable husband and wife interactions of this video. Pure Joy. ☺

  • @terresiagregg9326
    @terresiagregg9326 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Meg is an awesome cook turn the boards over n the sun will draw them back down

  • @mawacal
    @mawacal ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks for sharing a day in the life at the Hollar Homestead. you guys pit a smile on my face. Ben have you though of building an outdoor kitchen, if so what would it look like?

    • @mawacal
      @mawacal ปีที่แล้ว

      "put a smile on my face". i need a proof reader!

  • @bettyjorodgers8552
    @bettyjorodgers8552 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Blessings

  • @kristybishop3286
    @kristybishop3286 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You 2 are just the cutest!
    Love, love, love your sweet family.
    Hugs

  • @cathymorasch4164
    @cathymorasch4164 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crack me up, you two are so real!! Love the dough art.

  • @SteffieWeffy1
    @SteffieWeffy1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Horseradish is grown in alsace culturally, we grate it otherwise it is too strong, you guys had me in stitches! I thought it was common knowledge that horseradish is fiery? 😅
    Horseradish is also excellent with beef like beef tongue, with a creamy horseradish gravy, or any beef leftovers, I make them one day with rice, any leftovers with pasta. 😋