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- Answering your questions about my life as a Mennonite Mom part 2.
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I always enjoy your vids and daily look to see if you have posted. The Landlord issue one viewer has, reminded me of when I use to rent.
The most important thing to do when praying about situations in which your dealing with being at the mercy of someone else when it comes to a roof over your head, is not just sit and pray, but consider making a list of ways to get out of renting.
What broke me free from renting is my hubby was living on family property before we married and that was out in a rural area, which I LOVE. The biggest mistake we made at first was NOT getting a piece broke off faster because of living near a rather difficult sibling he has. BUT, we were able, by Gods merciful love and grace FINALLY got a piece cut off and BUILT our home, over time. Was the BEST decision we made. It is ours. But, it still gets a bit rough on hard repairs now we are much older, but, you are the owner, we planned hard on our finances even at below poverty level, and God, because we asked Him for wisdom, and He gave it, have never looked back on being imprisoned with renting.
Prayer is important, but, sometimes, God wants to see fruit from us on writing down ideas to get out of the situation by possibly using family and other resources to get out of these situations. Asking for wisdom, and lead us to possibly the person who may have an empty home to sell on land contract, which them means, you can grow food.
Pray, talk to folks who have land you could invest in, build on, (never ever build until you have a deed in your hand, don't ask me why I know this, LOL). Don't ever sit and let the situation eat away at you. Plan to GET OUT, save up money, ask brethren if you have a church for info on a possible place to buy in which the payments would match your monthly rent. Ask God to send you folks who know how to inspect and look for bad issues before you buy.
I have sat in that persons shoes, and it gets gut wrenching, especially repairs the landlord won't fix. and then, trying to find another place to be able to afford.
Use all the resources around you, and have a notebook to also write down thoughts on this matter, ideas etc. A prayer journal for the situation is great to look back on. Once you trade the stress of the situation into, being fired up in various ways and options to get out, you will see how God taught you great wisdom through the whole process, and you will be able to help the next person in the situation. This is why I spoke up, :)
Prayer is indeed important, but also, make sure you go and investigate your options that especially family close by will be willing to help with. Someone may have a basement you could temporarily live in, save up money to go beyond what you thought.
Somewhere, God has a place waiting. It will come.
This is excellent advice and I agree with you 100 percent! THanks for sharing and I hope the person that asked sees your comment. I will pin it to the top!
I'm a young Mennonite mom from Ohio and I love your channel so much! I so appreciate how you share from your heart and let your love for Christ shine! Your thoughts on child training are spot on too and I couldn't help but shout yes while I was watching 😉. We've been blessed with a little boy of our own and I know I've missed the mark many times however from the time he was born my husband and I have tried to raise him with this exact principle and I just want to encourage you to keep it up! Consistency is key just like you said and now that he's going to school it's been a blessing to receive notes and calls from teachers and friends about this very thing. It's not easy but now I feel like its paying off. He's not perfect of course but neither are we! A thought that made this click for me before I was even pregnant is this: In today's society people spend so much time and money to train a dog or pet to do all sorts of things on command yet we expect our children (God given gifts who are much more precious) to just "get it" without spending time to train them and then wonder why we have to raise our voices in order to get their attention, much less listen. I'm praying God blesses you and your family in a special way. Keep it up!!
Amen to everything you said! and God bless as you train you child for Him!you make a very good point at the end. God bless you!
I feel so annoyed when some youtubers never discipline their children for anything. Your thoughts on this are spot on. Thanks for addressing this, hugs.
Thank hulu for the encouragement!
Your ideas on child discipline are spot on with my way of thinking. I totally believe actions should have consequences to prepare them for adulthood and employment when rules will need to be followed.
thank you. Yes, you are so right!
You are blessed that you can still trust the Mennonite private schools enough to send your kids there. Unfortunately, a lot of other Christians are choosing to homeschool because the secular world has had such a negative influence in even the Christian private schools.
yes, we are! Mennonite schools aren't perfect, and there have been bad things that happened, but over all, I do trust them and it is a blessing.
You did really good on answering some tough questions. I enjoyed hearing from you.
I’ve been a subscriber for a couple of years now. Xander was a toddler. Still love your videos. I also just watched a video. I’m not sure how old or new it was but you and hubby was explaining your faith. I love your values. I grew up Baptist although I’ve fallen away from the church. I especially love the little blessings I receive from your videos. I have prayed more in the last couple of weeks since I have kinda been going through some older videos. Some I’ve already seen, some not. I had missed them. I kinda thought that maybe you had stopped making them. I don’t know how but I wasn’t getting them like I once did. Anyway, I know this is a long one but I just wanted you to know how blessed I feel just watching your videos. Thank you and congratulations on your pregnancy. Especially since you know it’s a girl. Hugs to Xander!
Great post. I am so happy you're feeling better, particularly when you go on vacation. Your parenting advice is basic and spot on. They need to hear the word "no". There's nothing wrong with being firm yet loving. God bless.
Thank you! Yes, it's incredible to travel feeling well! Thanks for the encouragement!
Thnx for the video! Very interesting! Love seeing glimpses of others lives! 😊❤
thanks for watching!
I loved your answer about parenting. Well done!
You are such an encouragement. I love your upbuilding videos!! Thanks for being a blessing.
thanks for the encouragement and for being here!
Really enjoyed that Thankyou xx
Loved your answer about parent training/temper tantrums.
thank you!
I enjoyed listening to your answers, and thought your answer to the childbearing question was especially good. You are looking so healthy right now. I am so glad your stomach issues are more under control.
thanks so much!
Wonderful wisdom. Great lessons. Boy you have got things from His word. Love you to pieces
Thank you kindly, God is gracious.
You are one of the most wisest Moms - parents on the face of the planet.. I parented with these same standards and like you We were always getting beautiful comments about our boys behaviours.. God bless you and your husband.. And your beautiful little Xander..
I love his laugh 😂
My mum always said "use your words" and waited - we were often removed from the situation for "time out" which I still think should be viewed a positive - till we'd calmed down enough to talk about what was wrong. My parents were a little inconsistent with discipline so I totally agree with the warning and then a punishment. ❤❤❤ completely agree with respecting our little humans - I was also never called a child (to my face), it was always small human or little person - and that you still need to use age appropriate language and guide them through life.
Brilliant advice and answers ❤
your parents sound very nice. (: Some great tips to take away and thanks for sharing! Yes, time out to be removed and think over things is a positive. You are right!
Do you know what a big blessing you are? Every time i hear you, you are such a big blessing to me.
aww, thank you! No, I don't feel that way, but I'm glad if I can be in some way. (:
@@theMennoniteMom i know, we never feel that we are a blessing to others. But you have to believe it.
I totally have the same memories of my grandparents house. Only their kitchen had heat so a lot of time was spent in their kitchen. I couldn't live like they did (outhouse, no running hot water).But I am grateful for their examples of frugal living. Have a great vacation.
that's interesting! Yes, those outhouses though! But great experiences!
Awesome video! Please make more regarding your view on parenting!
thank you. I will keep that in mind!
Thank you so much for this video. I completly agree wiith your thoughts on parenting and just overall enjoy your channel very much. God bless
thanks so much! It's an honor to have you here!
I love these informal videos. Your personality makes it so fun and easy to listen to.
Have a wonderful day.
Sisters in Christ
thank you! God bless!
I love that you are ministering to so many, God will bless you for this, I get so inspired to talk to ppl about the Lord from you.
Praise God! I still struggle to know how to talk to people, maybe you can teach me. (:
the Mennonite Mom you are doing just fine, when you are loss for words the Holy Spirit will fill in the words that need to be spoken.
You are such an inspiration to me. I love your videos. Thank you my sister.
thanks for being here and inspiring me! God bless!
Awesome! The first to post! Love your videos. You have a gift sharing visual stories in the videos. Thank you for all your time and effort.
Thank you! Have a great day!
Great post, it is lovely to see your evolution as a young woman, who is firstly a wife, then a mother, daughter and sister and friend. I love your passion in the continuum of life processes and Xander will excel because of it. Because you have taken the time to look after you, and work towards optimal health we have seen you blossom into fulfilling each of your roles. You can walk with your head up, back straight and shoulders back in grace and dignity as a leader to those who follow, encourager to those alongside of you with respect to those who lead. In the fullness of time good things come to those who wait and trust in the Lord. Be blessed and know God sees the desire of our hearts and witnesses the purity of our spirit. He honours those who honour Him.
Thanks so much for the encouragement and training the time for the beautiful message! God bless you!
wow! I love big families! Were on our 3rd and hoping for more in the future :D
good for you!
Such good points about parenting and Santa! 🤣
LOL, thanks.
Hi, I am new to your channel and find you and your family so sweet and interesting . I love your Christ centered life , farm and lifestyle. I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing 🥰
Fantastic answer...soagree with you..my babies are 40 and 42 now..we had our days!!! They are good people now.
so glad to hear! your work paid off! (:
Thanks so much for sharing!
Most of the music we listen to comes from my daughters. They don't tend to like pop, to which I'm grateful! Lol. We'll check out "Music Bed".
Raising kids is difficult, and every child is different, you are absolutely correct. I'm in my fifties and I still don't have the answers, either. One of my daughters is very intelligent and logical, so she has a need to have things reasoned and explained. On the other hand, another of my daughters is all emotions and needs to feel things. Discipline is always a challenge.
We are constantly looking for family friendly, Christian content. I think we need to be careful with labels like "false Christians". We can disagree with doctrine, but still respect the person!
15, and 17 kids?! Wow! That's impressive!
You're doing amazing work. Thanks again!
aww, the differences in personalities! I'm sure as a Dad, it can be frusterating trying to wade through daughter's feelings. (: I'm sure you are doing a great job! Keep it up!
@@theMennoniteMom thank you for the kind words. Emotions are a tough one for me. I grew up in a time when men didn't show much emotion, but all of my daughters help (my son is a tough cop, so no help there. Lol)
@@1thomaja lol, yes most men could relate to you Im sure. (:
Good Morning🤗 great conversation today very real , thanks for sharing💖. My guess is you guys are going to Florida💁🏻♀️🏖🏝🌞
good guess, but no! (: we actually just got back. Can't wait to share!
Big big family's back when. God's blessings on you .
Thank you for my heart
Great video, thank you
I agree 100% with your answer to the tantrums, but Ido have one slight addition. (As was recently suggested by Becky over at A Place To Nest) you can be your child's friend AS LONG AS you are their parent FIRST. It might be said that you can be friend-like with your child(ren.) For instance, they have friends that they go play child-like things with. We can do silly things with them and, more importantly, we need to keep the lines of communication open. I think this happens when everyone gets older. I don't mean to say that you will pal around with them as a friend would, but that you can have times that will be like a friend. If that makes sense.🙄
I like these styles of videos a lot. I always get excited to see your video up😊.
Some place warm? Not here in Michigan where it's snowing as I type. 😐 I love Michigan. It's not my home state (Illinois is) but I am getting older (not too old) [44] but each year winter hits it gets worse and worse. I have an autoimmune disease that the Dr is still trying to help pinpoint, and winter is no longer my friend. I used to love winter! So, some place warm sounds fantastic. I am super glad that you and Nolan get to go- and you will have (had) no worries.😊 How does Xander do without you?
Sorry so late in replying. Just got back from vacation with a suntan to prove it was warm! (: And yes, I agree with you completely. I want to be my son's friend in a way that we have fun together, he loves playing with me, we can be goofy if we want, but always parent first. I completely agree with you. The respect has to stay there and if they know that they must obey, that is where the parent side comes in, IMO.
@@theMennoniteMom - WOOHOO! I hope you had a great time.😊
@@kimmerrou thanks! We really did!
I'm guessing Hawaii. As a retired teacher I think your philosophy is spot on. Children need limits. It gives them security.
good guess! But not this time! Thank you. I agree, they find security in limits.
Have you Ever Tried Hello Fresh? I've Seen Other You Tubers Get This And They Talk Really Good About It. And It Looks Really Good.
Hi, my parents also came from large families. My father had 15 siblings and my mother 10 siblings and each of them had at least 5 kids.Lots of cousins. Another Mennonite to watch is Mary from White Cottage Company. She is a extraordinary talented lady. She builds and upgrades all kinds of things. She is well worth watching.
Wow you do come from big families! Lots of cousins is fun! THanks for the suggestion. Others have been mentioning her as well! I haven't watched her, but it looks very interesting!
Great QA enjoy it very much, you answered all those questions very well great job! Gods Blessings thank you for sharing! Hugs Liz x
Thank you and thanks for always taking the time to comment! It means alot! I'm a bit late in replying as we just got back from our sunny vacation! (: Have a great day!
the Mennonite Mom you are very welcome love your channel no worries about being late reply no need to apologize I understand you have a life outside of CZcams! Happy for you that you and hubby got away and had a wonderful time! Take care Gods Blessings have a great day hugs Liz 💐
@@elizabethvallely4044 thank you! Yes, it was lovely!
the Mennonite Mom that’s great! 💐
the Mennonite Mom you’re very welcome ❤️
Hey since you enjoy doughnuts you need to try my uncle's doughnuts at country store cafe! They are in the newburg area!
Country Store Cafe, I will have to keep them in mind! Now why did you tempt me so?! LOL.
Thank you for your thoughts on child rearing which I totally agree with.
thank you!
Thanks for sharing.
Loved your answers for children and punishment. Would you like to be the spokesperson for our great country!! 😂
Seriously I feel like our world needs a reminder of common sense and respecting each other!
LOL. I don't think so, but yes, this country needs to change some things or in a few generations it will be a catastrophe IMO.
A family of 2 children would be wonderful.
This goes for grandparents as well, may I add. I am watching my 5 year old granddaughter 5 days a week. I am honored my daughter trusts me with her, which also lets me know I raised my kids well. I am not the spoiling grandma either! Consequences are a huge part and goes with explaining! Nevertheless, I had a horrible time with my middle child during the teenage years. It all paid off!!!
it's always nice to hear from older ladies that have hindsight. Thank you!
@@theMennoniteMom thank you!
I absolutely loved this! I loved how you explained about raising children these days. I'm so thankful to know my husband and I are not alone in our way of thinking which is the same as you. Also about not having play dates every week. We do home school but my children do have other kids their ages in our little church. I am content to be at home and have raised my children the same. My daughter is turning 14 in a couple weeks and would much rather be home than doing anything else. You're such a blessing to me!
that is a blessing! When children wish to be home and not tearing up the countryside all the time! LOL. You are doing a wonderful job! Keep it up!
Thank you for sharing you doing a wonderful job maybe we can meet some day in person. my Mom came from a family of 18. and my Dad from a family of 8. I'm from a family of 13😍
wow! Big families! 18!!! Wowee! It would be fun to meet!
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I am curious about the veil you use....There is any difference between the black you wear and Megan Fox use a white kind???
No, black vs white is mostly preference. (: some churches wear both, some choose one color. Some larger, some smaller. Mostly tradition. (:
I am a homeschooling mom, it is not for everyone. It is not easy but it is what I felt called to do by God. There is good and bad weeks but we have be very blessed with abilities, support, and materials. Lastly without God at your side homeschooling would not be possible. It is hard but worth every bit of the hardship.
I admire you and know you find blessings that those of us that don't homeschool don't experience. God bless your hard work!
Im the oldest of 12 and have 2 of my own and love it!!!❤
Thank you for speaking on child training. Struggling with my 2 year old, this was very helpful!
you do come from a big family! I'm sure you have many great memories!
I'm guessing you might be in Florida for vacation 😉!
wink! (: we just got back. Stay tuned, and in a few weeks, I will have the videos out!
My grandma was born in Russia and was the oldest of 17 children (4 children passed when they were young)
very interesting! I'm sorry to hear about the four that passed. I'm sure that was hard!
I'm guessing Mexico or Hawaii. I like what you said about Santa Claus. haha.
good guesses! But not quite! wink.
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I guess your going to visit Wayne an Melissa in Greece 👏🤷♀️
I wish! LOL.
White Cottage Company is another Mennonite channel I like.
thanks for that! others have mentioned her, too!
If only more parents had your philosophy on child rearing!
I raised my son with rules, expectations and consequences.
He grew up to be a responsible, confident and very loving man, who is now 41, by the way!
A lot of children and teens today are hard to even be around because they are unruly, rude and disrespectful. Not all, mind you, but a large part.
God Bless🙏
Yes, I agree with you. It seems so many children/teens have bad teaching and were just left to their own. I'm sure your son is a pleasure to be around! (:
Big family, but sounds fun💘
yes, my parent's have many stories!
I come from family of 15 myself 😊
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I am the youngest of 10 children and I thought that was a big family! 7 girls, 3 boys! Ok back to video!
Yes and Amen to not being a childs friend. My husband and I were adamant about that. Now our son is 29 with his own 4 children and we often hear him say, "I am not your friend, I am your father". Oh the satisfaction!
that's lovely! (: I think we can be their friends, but parenting comes first and they need to see that.
I’m guessing Florida or on a cruise.
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Thanks, for sharing... I'm guessing FL.
Cheers! 🤩
Your church school isn’t free for members?
no it isn't although, if a family struggles financially, they aren't required to pay... so I guess maybe in a sense it could be free.
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Bim dia amiga e amigo. Eu gosto muito de tudo vc. Amos menina linda.
I guess Hawaii!
great guess, but not this time!
My Mom came from a family of 13 children she's the eldest..My Dad 2. Tina
When did your parents switch from old order to conservative?
soon after they were married in their mid twenties.
I came from a family of 18 and we have 13
wow! 18! you have a lot of siblings!
@@theMennoniteMom Yes! I do😀
🌸Hawaii!💐 Hawaii🌷🥳
great guess, but no. (:
@@theMennoniteMom 😊😟
Are you going to Florida with the Megan Fox family?
no, but great guess!
I'm new to your You Tube Channel I like your Little Ones Name How Did You Come Up With His Name? ,And Does His Name Have. A Meaning To It? My Son Has A Name That has A Meaning To It. His Name Is Shane, It Means Gift From GOD.Wen I Was Looking At Baby Names I Wanted It To Mean Something I Just Didn't Want To Pick Any Name. I Like Your Son Name I Think It's Unique For One I Haven't Heard It Until Now. MANY BLESSINGS TO Y'ALL MERRY CHRISTMAS TO Y'ALL. You Have A Beautiful Family.
Thank you! We picked it cuz we liked it but than the meaning. Its spelled Xander and it is derived from Alexander which means the defender
If you are heading to Florida don’t expect too warm. It was 65 today. Hopefully, we will start warming up soon.
ooo, thankfully we went further south! Hopefully it warmed up a bit more!