I don’t normally comment but I just had to say: you’re one of the most relatable influencers/youtubers I’ve watched in all the years I’ve been watching YT videos! You’re a light in the beauty/lifestyle community and truly thank you!!! We need more of you on this platform, you’re a breath of fresh air! ❤
Oh, and as someone who is raising a kiddo without any family around: it's really freakin' hard but it's doable. Your village is different (and more expensive). But it is doable, and I feel really happy and grateful that we're able to!
Props to you ❤ being a parent is a different type of exhausting and I only have a one. Normally, I have my mom to help once a week, but she’s out of state helping my sister with her two little ones. Bless all moms and dads who are doing amazing jobs even when they feel like they aren’t.
Well said! Yes, we do find a village, but it’s one we have to pay for and that’s hard too. We got this! But I also need a year long nap 😂
We did it alone as well, didn’t have family to babysit. They turned out ok so we do the best with what we have 💖
I really appreciate how you worded this. Lately I've been struggling with my village and I keep thinking "why me? Why can't they help us?!" SO when I read your comment it really clicked for me! My village is still out there but it's more expensive. It helped a lot. Thank you! ❤
@@morgan6404 I'm glad this helped! I wish we all had an easily available village. :D
I’m so glad you had the best time Jess, you deserve it!
I would like to offer a perspective on hiring out portions of your work. Sometimes when things get too far away from the original source (ie you or Tyler) it becomes less fun to watch. For example, so much of your personality and humour comes out in your editing style (like the drywall drama mini series and watching the grass grow, your more ASMR moody experiment era type stuff). I totally love the videos done by your editor too, I just mean so much of why I watch is for the stuff that’s makes you you! We don’t want perfect, and I’m afraid we’ll lose that spunk if things are less in-house.
Of course you need to make the choices that are best for you and your family, I just wanted you to know that’s it’s all the bits of YOU that we really love to watch 😊
I love hearing about when people had exchange students growing up! My family hosted over 70 foreign exchange students from the time I was 2 until the time I graduated high school. It was an amazing childhood! I have 3 siblings. Two are married to foreigners, and the other one and I work internationally. It definitely framed the rest of our lives, and we're all so thankful!
Speaking of working internationally, I traveled to Greece in March for work. It was amazing! I was on my own for 5 days. I wouldn't choose to travel alone, but it was such a good growing experience for me. I got to Agina Island while there. So gorgeous!!!
Make sure your candles are on a coaster when you burn them I learned the hard way those bath and body works candles can leave a ring on you wood furniture for life if they burn down and the hot wax sits on the furniture. I always use a coaster or one of the bath and body works candle holders now 😊❤.
Jess, I don’t use social media. I enjoy CZcams and keep it simple. Avoiding FOMO all together makes me personally happier. Glad you had family support during trip. It does take a village. Love Blue Nana!
Ditto!!
Fomo. Drama. Useless content and advertising. Haha. 🤣 leaves me so much more time for the things I need and want to do in life. I got rid of mine about 5 years ago and have never looked back. I do not ever regret it or miss it. ❤
I slowed down from social media in 2016. From 2016 - 2020 it just gave me anxiety every time I opened it. So I have stopped using it all together from 2020 - Current. Best decision i could have made for myself! I only use CZcams for watching/listening. ❤
Same! I get on instagram a little but I only follow influencers on there. I dont follow anyone I know in real life. I never get on FB anymore at all. Actually, I barely even get on my phon anymore. If anyone wants to talk to me, they have to actually call me, as it was when I was a kid. I have been so much happier since I laid that phone down!
Me too! I gave it up back in 2016 and never gone back. It was weird at first, but that made me realize that I was basing my life & self worth on how good my social media looked and that pushed me to keep away. Best mental health decision I’ve ever made. ❤
No kid weddings are stressful to plan for domestically, couldn’t even imagine internationally! So glad your niece was able to go and y’all had a great time. 🎉
I got married at the courthouse…to my boyfriend of 12 years…been married 7. We didn’t have money at the time to pay for a wedding and didn’t want to go into debt. I’m jealous of those extravagant weddings but at the same time 50% of marriages end in divorce soooo….
My parents did something similar. They eloped; her best friend’s father married them. They’ve been married for 58 years. 🙂. Their only regret is no pictures. Their wedding was about them and that was all that mattered. Wishing you and your hubby many happy years.
A HUGE YES for mascara on the lower lashes!! Looks so good and another YES for the eyeshadow on the bottom!! It made you look so youthful and cute! 🩷 Love ya Jess!! 😘
This is one of if not the BEST videos I've ever watched in the beauty or fashion genre. It was so sweet and entertaining, Jessica!! I couldn't stop smiling and chuckling! WoW!
My husband & I unplug when we go on vaca. It's nice not to worry about bills, laundry, etc, let alone social media!
I love how your makeup looks come together while you are telling a story. Love your channel!!
I loved how your eyes look with eyeliner! You’re so cute “ can you still recognize me?” I wear eyeliner everyday; black, brown, navy, plum it’s always one of those.
I chuckled at the description of the girls' personalities being so different. My 4 yr old grandson and 2 yr old granddaughter are like that too. They're so different. Blows my mind.
I have never related more to the dang wrapper on the pencil 😂😂😂😂 I have seriously considered just giving up and tossing them. It's 2024... there has to be an easier way!!
So glad you could get away and that you enjoyed your trip!!! Great idea to take your niece for a hand with the kids! 😊
I am glad you shared about Fabrizio's hospitality (pardon my spelling). We need more energy like that. I will try to channel some Fabrizio energy when someone comes to visit, or even as a guest. Just going all out! Loved it!
My husband and I had a DIY wedding, and it was so beautiful and special. I love hearing you describe how your wedding was. I'm glad you and your family had a great trip!
Wow, I’ve never been so early before! I hope you and the family are well & that sweet Pinocchio is feeling 100% himself again ❤
The eye look is pretty and stood out nicely. Its a complete look, a yes to that.
Loving this lip combo!! & loved hearing all about your trip, Jess! Thanks for catching up with us!🩷
Glad you guys had a great trip, were able to have your niece come along to babysit the girls, and disconnect from social media for a bit. The pictures of you and Tyler are stunning! ❤
Yay!!! A Jessie video! I've been having fun watching some old content
If social media makes you feel overwhelmed or inadequate then you are following the wrong accounts. Being present with your family on vacation is a wonderful thing g but social media can be a relaxing and positive experience. If it's not then you are using it wrong.
Jess I love your personality. You’re type of friend we’d all love to have. Love your videos. ❤
Hi Jessica! Thanks for sharing about your trip and life😊 glad it was a wonderful family experience! I do the exact same with my straight hair at night. That way it doesn’t crease! Yes on the darker under eye👍🏻
Your makeup looks beautiful in this video! You’re so pretty, Jess!! ❤
Jessica, I totally agree with you. I was away traveling in Japan and South Korea for 2 months and was totally zoned out. Didn’t know anything that was going on back here and didn’t care. Now that I’m back, I’m already making travel plans 😂😂❤❤
Loved hearing about your trip! I’m so glad you guys went. Hearing how travel can be less expensive is encouraging because I’d absolutely love to travel one day, but it does feel very out of reach financially
Loving the background! So serene.
I’ve spent a lot of time in Chania while in the Navy as well-loved it! Glad you got to see it!
You answered my question!! I’m so glad you had a great trip ❤
Sun-ripened Raspberry was my ~signature scent~ in elementary school.
I wear that Amber rush eyeshadow, almost every day and I always get compliments when I am wearing it!
I love the added shadow on the lower line. Makes your eyes really “pop”, as they say😉The entire look looked beautiful 😊❤️
Yes! We’re going for 3 weeks from AZ to Malaysia with 3 kids under 10. The worry is slowly melting to excitement. Thanks for the video recommendation. I can’t wait to watch it.
Yay! All caught up! Thanks for filling us in on your recent trip, sounds amazing!!
That trip sounds like a dream! ❤
I missed you so much while you were gone. You feel like the big sister I never had. I loved getting all the details on your trip, and your makeup is beautiful.
Your wedding reminds me of mine :’) small wedding in a tiny chapel, reception in his grandpa’s backyard, we had a cousin’s boyfriend do the photography, and we threw a BBQ with my husband’s brothers grilling. We were young and broke but we made it work. ❤
I'm looking forward to see you again! I've had such a wonderful time and hopefully next time we'll meet in the BEAUTIFUL Milan 😍
So glad you uploaded a new video. 💖💖
Love the dark lower lash! Beautiful both ways!
I smiled so hard when I got the notification of this video!! Thank you!! ❤❤
I love that you have a good relationship with your parents, even though you might think about or look at things differently.
I feel like yours is a generation of kids that are canceling their parents because they don’t have some of the same views.
BTW- I have friends, family, and people that I watch that have vastly different views than my own. And I embrace it all and feel grateful we live in a place where we can think according to our own conscience.
Thanks for sharing about your trip. Sounds like you had a wonderful time and enjoyed some much needed time off!
Hi Jessica happy Monday night and happy summer day and this was amazing video I enjoy your channel
Hi Jessica! Love your makeup today, the glow, the kinda bronzie look, very very pretty 🤩. That kosas spf worked nicely.
Thanks for the travel pictures, just beautiful! 🥰💕
It sounds like a once in a life time trip! I’m so happy you and your family could experience that!
Not being able to keep your head above water 😭 I can so relate, chronicles of a working mom
We went to Pompeii in 2022 and it was seriously such an amazing learning experience!! It was a bucket list location for me! Glad you had a great trip, it was nice to hear about it here as I know the videos take a while to edit!
I am in Spain now and watched your trip packing/unpacking video and it helped so much!! Thank you!!
So fun hearing about your trip! Can’t wait to see the Vlogs on Tyler‘s channel!
Your makeup looks beautiful in this video! It always looks good, but even prettier today ❤️
thanks for that broad explanation for the bath and bodyworks candle, im tempted to buy it 😂
16:50 , I always TWIST my lipliners & eyeliners that are shrink wrapped. Like twist the cap the opposite direction you twist the pencil. I find it to be the easiest way to get that wrapper off😊
That lip liner is gorgeous! Also I like the darker power lash. I’ve been avoiding doing mine lately but I may need to give it a try again
love some catchup with our bestie 😊😊😊
This rose color looks so good on You, Jessica! ❤
Love the make look & especially love the top you wore ! It’s a beautiful color . I’m so glad you & your family had such a great time on your trip !
Amber Rush!!!? Awesome throwback shadow. I carry one in my purse at all times and gift it to friends all the time! The best!
It's cool your parents raised you to think for yourself, that's what we all needed & need to keep doing. I definitely have a wildly different way of thinking from my parents. One can't handle it & the other one is gone. Life's too short
I visited Pompeii in high school and our adolescent humor found following the signs towards the brothel delightful 😂 (keeping it CZcams appropriate). What a fun trip you had!
I like the darker. But that’s the beauty of cosmetics, we get to change our looks all the time😊. Thanks for being you, it’s always so pleasant to watch one of your videos ♥️. Been here before Tyler too lol
I love the eyeliner on tbe bottom lash ❤ 💕🌸
Watching this while I make a sign for my nephews nursery 💛 thanks for keeping me company, internet big sis!!
I'm sorry I laughed so hard at your reaction to the dark eye brow gel! End look was great!!
I was so worried about you Jess! I noticed you weren’t uploading and was checking your Instagram, Tylers instagram, every place I could think of to see if you were ok. Then I dawned on me you were going on a long trip. I totally forgot about it and was freaking out! LOL
So glad you enjoyed your trip! It sounds like a dream vacation! You are very blessed and I know the blessings are not lost on you. Your humbleness amazes me! This is why you are my tippy top fave Tuber! ❤❤
I love the lower liner on you! It’s so sultry
Yep you've got me sold on the candle now, going to have to go get it😄❤️
Your make-up looks absolutely gorgeous in the ned!! The eyeshadow and liner underneath just makes your eyes look so big and doe eyed😍❤
On another note, i have two kids, both boys, with the same 2 parents and i have always been in awe at how different and opposite they are. Genetics are crazy cool!🤯
That is also my fav blush for summer! My lid has broken though!
We went to Rome on a long trip when my brother was in seminary there. It really changes everything to have a local there with you to help navigate things!
Loved this content ❤
I love these chatty type videos
A fun video! I do like the darker eye look. I'm going to try the mascara. Thank you!
I was today years old when learning what ltk stood for 😮
Love the darker lower lash!
Definitely like the bottom shadow, makes your eyes more alive!
Your reflection in the cap of the Kosas bottle 😂😂
I’m thinking of all the times you’ve told your audience that they are in charge of their own social media feeds. If your Instagram feed is making you feel inadequate, practice what you preach and unfollow some of those accounts? Is the “inspo” worth the overwhelm? That’s all up to you to decide. Same for all of us.
You look beautiful! Enjoyed this video! ❤
Limoncello spritz...my favorite. That is what I ordered last year on our trip to Italy.
Yes!!!!!!! The experts aren’t kidding, social media and our phone is beyond toxic, horrific, I got a week without it and my mental health was 100%, then back on the phone all the anxiety and pain came back
I really like the eye look!
Not dark at all, to me! Pretty!
ah i have to know what eyeshadow blue blending brush that is! thank you
Love the unplugged vacation. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks have no internet in the parks. It is fantastic. We didn't get internet on our Alaskan cruise either. Undivided attention was so good for us.
I have never felt so connected to you. I sleep with my hair down but flipped up. Hahaha
I love the makeup under the eyes 💜
26:59 thanks for sharing this! I have a hard time with how much my sister and I disagree. To the point where it has cost us our relationship. It’s just easier not having a relationship honestly. Which is sad but we just can’t seem to get past, I guess you would say the past.
It was the same with my Mother, but thankfully we have been able to keep a relationship. Even though it is challenging. ❤
Said slip tint is my fav!!!
I literally have a tank tap that says "Overthinker" so yes, I'm right there with you!
I started sleeping in a bonnet and it has been truly life changing.
Wahoooo!!!! New video!!!!
Haha” it’s hot everywhere right now”; and then there’s me currently watching in Australia under a giant blanket in my dressing gown and I’m freezing 🥶 😅
I have tan skin so I was so excited about the kosas bronzey shade! So many girls in my family get that awful white cast from spf so I am buying it for all of them 😂
I also have long hair and sleep with it up in a very loose (so it doesn't pull on my hair) messy bun, using a soft fabric scrunchie, on top of my head most of the year. Sometimes in winter I sleep with it down, because I'm warmer that way.
Re: less "how is work going?" questions- it could also be because you're an entrepreneur/self-employed!! My husband and I have noticed it after my husband started his business 4 years ago - not complaining, just observing. It's interesting!
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