Addressing YOUR Questions about my Marriage, Future Farm, and NOT Quitting my Job for YouTube

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You Asked. I answered. Questions you wanted to know about me, my future farm dream and everything else in between are addressed in this video. While I didn't get a chance to answer all of the questions, I did try to explain my thoughts as thorough as possible. I'd love to complete a follow up video addressing the many questions I still wasn't able to address. I did my best to take a sample from several distinct categories of questions I saw emerging. I hope this provides a bit more of a glimpse into the 'why' behind the 'how.' Take care friends!
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@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hi Friends! I enjoyed answering these questions and will share other topics in my annual goals video. January’s pantry chat will post next Saturday! 😊

@nevermind7253 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I can't think of a better way to start my new year off than watching and listening to you first thing today!! Total enjoyment Love ya Happy New Year 💓

@auntrowdy7392 5 ай бұрын

I was in the same mindset as you regarding Azure Standard since we are just a 2 person household. But I recently saw a video by Carter at Grow and Preserve where she bought things from Azure and then priced them against Costco and such. She is also a 2 person household. She saved about $100 on what she would have bought anyway! It’s one of her most recent videos if you want to check it out. It was really helpful for me. 😊

@nevermind7253 5 ай бұрын

@@auntrowdy7392 Thanks for this It's really good to know! We are elderly and we have been on the fence as well.

@janiced.hannah7658 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Cassandra for sharing your journey with us. Your videos bring me great joy. Eventually I'll get up the nerve to start canning and fermenting!

@katescaringcorner6765 5 ай бұрын

❤Cassandra! I am tickled pink that you found my question worthy of a reply. I didn’t know how long into the future your dream would be. I, myself, have a future dream but “things” have to be done first. I am learning while I wait. Retirement is a good thing to be keeping in your future goals also. Stick with building your pension. You will be thankful you did. Also, my dad was in the Maine Army National Guard for 40 years of uninterrupted service. My mom would have to pray hard when he was called for an emergency. He also would be gone two weeks in the summer over my sister’s birthday as well as a weekend every month. When he approached 20 years my mom asked that he not sign up for another year. He promised that he wouldn’t. He signed up for 10 more after taking to us kids. Mom was livid. But he did another 10 beyond that. Daddy is gone now and his retirement from the military gives Momma more of an income than his civilian job. Also, because he put in 40 years of uninterrupted service, the Tricare for Life insurance still covers mom. Not so with 20 years. So I know that being a military wife is different. But because of what you do, your husband can do what he does. Thank you. ❤ Thank you for all you do.

@hacatta 5 ай бұрын

I honesty love the fact that you homestead on a deck,and the bigger propety is still years away,there are almost no youtubers doing what you do and teaching us,some youtubers that i loved to see and still do,went to a big piece of land in no time,and as someone with a small backyard,you are someone i look up too,you convinced me to buy my first greenstalk this year,and i am looking into canning,i will be rooting for you that you will get your dream homestead.

@chaebaker3012 5 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you. I also live in a townhouse. I grow on my patio in grow bags and greenstalks. I am close to retirement, so I have no desire to buy land. The Greenstalks and grow bags are perfect for me. She is wonderful.

@KAMLANDER 5 ай бұрын

Even just answering questions, Cassandra, you are seriously the sweetest woman ever❤️

@cocacolafiesta 3 ай бұрын

We’ve been married for 58 years this year and it’s been about 45 years that I have not worn a wedding ring. Sold my wedding rings back in the 70’s because I wasn’t wearing them and we needed the money for our young growing family but I have no grief over it as I’m more comfortable not wearing rings. I am exactly like you in that i have to have my dangling earrings on. I have purchased a lot of stoves (my thing) for prepping purposes and camping use and my husband will say "another stove?" and I’ll respond with "be glad I don’t like diamonds", lol!

@TheCherokee1017 5 ай бұрын

I respect the fact that you will be building your homestead slowly. So many young people jump in totally unprepared and fail. I have no doubt that you will be very successful when the time comes! You go girl!!!!!

@carolwolfgang278 5 ай бұрын

I am so proud of what you do. I'm 77 years old and have preserved and canned all my life. You are so positive hopefully you can influence others . I have been at this so much longer and have my small homestead keep up your hopes it will come.

@rondaanderson1390 5 ай бұрын

You are the most encouraging KZfaqr homesteader. You give grace and sincerity to those with doubts instead of showing off your knowledge. You are going to be a great mom. Your family and neighbors and us online neighbors are blessed.

@theghettocookingshow 5 ай бұрын

Finding your channel has been a major blessing for my husband and I. Not only have I learned so many wonderful recipes from you, I have stopped wasting food. You put me on to those soup molds and now I'm able to feeze left overs and have them to pull out during the week when I just don't feel like cooking. Such a blessing! Thank you for all that you share with us. Happy New Year to you and your family. May it be filled with joy, laughter, great health, abundance and love.

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hello friend! Awww, I'm so happy to hear this. Food waste is something that can really add up to real money that is simply being thrown away. As prices continue to rise, it's an area of anyones budget to closely monitor. Muffin meals have been game changers for us and I am so happy that you are just as excited about that as I am. Happy New Year to you and your husband, sweet friend!

@eclecticbasil 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for always being so authentic. ❤ I want to tell you how much I enjoy observing your relationship with your parents. I lost my mom young and became alienated from my dad, so I live vicariously through you and it just warms my heart to see a father who is involved in his daughters life and so proud of you. Blessings to you and yours and praying for you on your fertility journey. Don’t give up hope. ❤

@marilynearl6887 5 ай бұрын

I’m 70 years old and will be downsizing to a town home. I am very encouraged in your ability to grow in a small space and preserve . I now have 3 green stalks and find I am able to grow many things and also have a indoor rise garden hydrophonics and can grow many things out of season

@JanineMJoi 5 ай бұрын

Do tell us about the indoor garden!

@marilynearl6887 5 ай бұрын

@@JanineMJoi it is a Rise brand hydrophonics I can grown up to 24 plants in it . I live in Florida we’re it is too hot to grow lettuce most of year so I grow most of my lettuce indoors and also some tomatoes and sweet peppers and now cucmbers

@JanineMJoi 5 ай бұрын

@marilynearl6887 I'm in Virginia where it's too hot to grow as well. Used to be Phoenix, where I had a gorgeous garden. VA, no

@Revel214 2 ай бұрын

@@JanineMJoiin VA too and the heat is so bad - we can’t even sit on the deck just too hot

@janejdough2230 5 ай бұрын

I read some where that when using thrifted cookbooks consider the messiest pages as they likely are the best recipes.

@firequeen2194 5 ай бұрын

😮that’s brilliant!

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Oh I absolutely agree with this! :) So true when you phrase it that way!

@Iluvchknz 5 ай бұрын

Little mountain ranch uses an all American on glass. Having said that I don’t think the presto is just an “entry” level canner. There are basically two makers of canners and one of them has found itself as the aspirational one. Not sure if that happened because the canning /homestead community is guilty of the, if something costs a lot therefore it must be better mentality or if it’s just the “Made in America” that has allowed it to so tightly tethered to the homesteading community. What makes it better? That it costs a lot, it’s heavier, that it doesn’t have a rubber ring or that the most expensive one allows you to can a gazillion jars. IMO both canners produce the same end result. I have a presto canner that my grandma used in the 70’s which means it’s at least 50 years old. I mean if something can last that long is it really entry level. Comparison is the thief joy!

@susanhartman2449 5 ай бұрын

You have such a beautiful spirit in you! And wow the joy you have is amazing. Love you and your channel! Happy New Year! 🎆🎈

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Happy new year!!

@elizabethcoates3024 5 ай бұрын

Truly the first field dressing of a deer was a learning experience, especially breaking the pelvic bone to get the organs removed. We laughed our butts off. Then we hung overnight in a garage, then quartered it and refrigerated it, so we could butcher it slowly. I no longer include the bones in my cuts. I felt like they added too much of a gamey flavor. But venison is so versatile, we love it. A grinder is very helpful to have.

@crystalh1402 5 ай бұрын

Let’s give Cassandra a like for doing her dream her way ❤

@beckyw2903 5 ай бұрын

Ooh, you answered my question! I loved hearing that your dad had such a big role in how you developed your cooking style, it’s always fun when he shows up in your videos. Thanks for the jam tips, too. I’m absolutely going to have to start playing with some savory jams, since my husband loves growing hot peppers and I think he’d enjoy me finding some more ways to use them.

@marshab9759 5 ай бұрын

I love your channel. I canned some of your recipes (the cranberry sauce and the blueberry lemon sauce). Delish! I will pray for your future farm and for you to have healthy babies in your future.

@elanaaquino6711 5 ай бұрын

Yasss hunty. These videos are giving. Seriously, thank you for giving and sharing of yourself and your approach to things. It's so inspiring. I am in the DMV area. Do you ever have meet and greets, sip and chats, walk and talks? I'd be happy to help organize something small. I love the idea of building a local homesteading / family nutritional care community.

@SproutingHealth 5 ай бұрын

I just love you so much, Cassandra. Thank you so much for sharing YOU n all your goodness. Xoxoxo

@kathyramsey148 5 ай бұрын

Hi ! Loved this video and love love love your channel!!!❤️. I was born in Louisiana, moved to Baltimore and White Marsh , Maryland when I was 6 weeks old, and moved to Ohio when I was 12. I am now 70. I have a former 10 1/2 acre horse farm. Sadly, I no longer have animals or pets. I miss them, but I have physical limitations.This was my parents farm, so as long as I can cut the grass and deal with the leaves , I am staying here. I still get “teased” about my “Baltimorise” accent which I have never lost. I am trying to figure out how I can have a garden this year which I can handle. If I may suggest, when you finally get your homestead, don’t forget the limitations that come with aging. This way , you can enjoy your homestead forever!

@GinaKayLandis 5 ай бұрын

I love that you are keeping the Ohio farm. I, too, am in Ohio and though the farming bug caught me, life happened and that had to be set aside. Still, I am fortunate to have a couple of raised beds and to decide what I can grow in them. I am in SW Ohio where the storms often skirt where I live, so a drought has become a reality for now. Thank you for sharing!

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hi Hon (as a former Baltimorean, I'm sure you'll appreciate that greeting). You brought up so many good points and yes, we absolutely want a home that we can age into. And, for that reason, we know that we neither need or want a big farm that we'd have to manage. Instead, we'd love to have a community where help can be found, that could accommodate maintaining a few raised beds, poultry and eggs as we age and the design feature of the home that we may need to remodel over the years. Blessings for a Happy New Year, sweet friend!

@debr8107 5 ай бұрын

Mom made refrigerator soup. Every Saturday, she cleaned out the fridge and let it simmer while she cleaned the kitchen.

@sarabennett3732 5 ай бұрын

SAY IT AGAIN CAS!!! having the means of production to preserve fresh produce!!! AMEN!!! ❤ We over here are prepared for it to happen again. 💪 thank you for answering questions and always being on point with literally everything. God bless you 🙏 ❤️

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hi Sara! Always good to see you friend and yes, owning a canner, dehydrator, and knowing the skills of preservation gives you the means of production that so many kitchens don't have (thus becoming places of preparation as opposed to preparedness). So glad this resonates with you too :) Happy New Year to you and yours!

@rootsanddirt 5 ай бұрын

My husband and I are on the same page with the wedding rings hahaha. In fact, I've lost mine more times than I'd like to admit! This year for Christmas we finally bought each other a "safe band" type ring so neither of us ruin, lose or cut off our fingers due to wearing our real rings. And we're still more than happily married 20 years later ❤

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hi friend! I just did a quick look at your podcast! Goodness-I love your office set up (I'm listening to the episode about food security as I reply to comments). I once lost my set for several months and almost tossed it out in a clothes donation bag! After that I really knew that the grief of keeping up with this one piece of jewelry was going to drive me bonkers. Congrats on 20 years of marriage and Happy New Year to you and yours!

@jeremiahthelion 5 ай бұрын

We got tattoos on our ring fingers last year on our anniversary. After 16 years, it's become clear I can't do jewelry! Lol

@rootsanddirt 5 ай бұрын

@@BecomingaFarmGirl awesome! Thanks for checking it out. We're still trying to get it going, but finding the time amongst all the things is so hard, as I'm sure you know! Love watching your channel, you're such a blessing to this community. God bless!

@michellecohron3425 5 ай бұрын

I found you this morning at about 5 a.m. while falling down the KZfaq rabbit hole and I am so happy! This old girl feels like she has found a kindred spirit. I have been trying to do all of the things that you are doing, but with limited success. Your videos are fun, informative and easy to follow. Thank you for being willing to share your life and knowledge with us. ❤

@CP-ok6uo 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year and Winter Break! I've learned so much and I think I found you right around Covid time. My goal is to can a project each day that remains of our break. I have a plan! :) Made apple pie from a batch I made 2 years ago and it was delish! When I can ahead it helps my teaching life when I come home exhausted to a hungry husband and me who needs a hearty, healthy meal that is ready to go. I call them MREs sometimes! Looking forward to your pantry chat next Saturday! Take care and I hope you have a great week.

@firequeen2194 5 ай бұрын

I got you! I just canned the leftover ham and made bone broth from the ham bone. Delish. Too much to eat before it went “off” so now it’s safely preserved for the future. I hate food waste and the older I get, the more conscious I am of it. Times are tough, I love the security. Bright blessings to you and happy new year!

@JeanHudson2022 5 ай бұрын

I thrifted a cast iron stove top griddle today for $12 with 20% off. Made my day a bit better.

@erindixon2877 5 ай бұрын

When my food allergies forced me to change cooking styles, I was also forced to write things down so I could recreate the recipe for anything everyone enjoyed. There are some things I just dump in ingredients and know that the meal will turn out right. With baking, I follow a recipe but with sauces, I season by taste a lot of times.

@dreamingfool2 5 ай бұрын

I love my All American 30 quart and my Presto 21 quart. But the build quality of my All American definitely outshines the Presto. Funny thing is I bought both used 😂. The Presto was $50 and I just had to buy new gaskets and a rack (the originally was missing). The All American was $150 and came with two racks. It's an older model from the '80s but still in great condition. The seller was the original owner who bought herself a smaller All American because she didn't need a large canner anymore. Do what you can with what you have and save for what you want 😉. Don't be afraid to look for those deals too.

@solidflyer286 5 ай бұрын

I love watching you. I live in the U.K. and even getting a garden or allotment is hard. I am in a block of flats/apartments and you’re the only realistic urban homesteader. Also don’t quote for KZfaq - it puts a lot of pressure on you to follow the algorithm rather than doing what you want.

@brehmcorei5087 5 ай бұрын

Cassandra, you are a gift from God. Happy 2024!

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

As as you, sweet friend! Happy New Year to you and yours as well!

@wellersonoliveira5334 5 ай бұрын

Sistah you been my inspiration to continue farming, and now my pumpkins and watermelons are beatiful ❤❤❤❤

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

I’m happy to hear I’ve play some part in pursuing your farm dream. I’m so proud of YOU for taking action. Happy New Year to you and yours!

@jLutraveling 5 ай бұрын

I was watching you and looked at photo of my grandmother. She was cooking over a hundred n years ago. She adapted her recipes too. If she felt her chicken and dumplings didn’t look rich enough no problem she would ad a bit of turmeric to her broth. Thanks to I was gifted with green stalk for Christmas. thank you.

@pammasuga645 5 ай бұрын

Love your pantry chats! I also like to thrift! Its like a treasure hunt!

@kellychavers 5 ай бұрын

We are the SAME person. If we lived in the same place, we would defintely be friends. Love your content. The only HUGE difference between me and you is that you are married, I am not. Just know, you have a friend in California :)

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hi Kelly! Haha, don't you love it when you "meet" someone online and you're like, 'wait- you totally 'get' me'. A few years ago I went to San Diego (my first time to CA). Thanks for saying hello, new friend and Happy New Year!

@roki5337 2 ай бұрын

You are not alone, I am in Maryland as well. I work full time outside of the home and I have 3 kids. I can, dehydrate, garden, cook, meal prep, bake and all the rest. I grow what I can but it is work!

@variyasalo2581 Ай бұрын

I destroyed my mother's glass top range by using a canner on it. I've been an especially creative cook when I was dumpster diving at a strip mall that had a petstore and a small grocery store. Seasonally, I would get 6-8 whole hams, fresh fruit and veggies, etc. Once, I even got patio furniture! I didn't buy dog food at all, yet served my furbabies top quality foods plus meat from the grocery! I enjoyed being poor in a rich neighborhood! Now, I'm back home, I don't cook for anyone but me, it isn't the adventure it was back then. But I have a lot of great memories to look back on. Life is a process; keep being yourself and turning those lemons into lemonade!

@jackieeastwood5000 3 ай бұрын

My mom used her Presto canner all the time for decades, she passed it on to me about 20 years ago and I have been using it every since. Never had a problem and as I am only 60 years old it will last through my lifetime.

@ladycobra3 5 ай бұрын

I started wearing one of those silicon rings. I love it. My fingers are prone to swell when working with my hands, the silicon ring solved that problem. It also allows me to wear a ring in the garden, cleaning the house etc without being afraid of losing it or having to get it cleaned.

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

You and I are of the same mind! I have seen those silicon rings. Thanks for bringing that back to my remembrance! Happy New Year to you! 🎉🥳

@Msaltares91 5 ай бұрын

Your dog is so precious i just loved his face while you were holding him ❤

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Thor is such a mama's poor! He's my "perpetual baby" and loves being held and rocked. Thanks for showing him some love! Happy New Year, sweet friend!

@aakashasjourney557 5 ай бұрын

Just want to say a big heart felt Thank you for sharing your experience and steps to your goals it’s helped me put into perspective how to slowly build my dream by learning the skills to get me there🙏❤️

@sbarrett1020 5 ай бұрын

I bought a $25 ring on Amazon that I wear daily instead of my wedding ring and I don’t worry about it it gets lost, dirty etc.

@sandship63 5 ай бұрын

I have a set of silicone rings that I wear when doing martial arts, so that I don't hurt others when sparring or grappling. It's kind of fun having different colors to choose from.

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

That’s such a smart idea and totally what we should have done in the first place. I’m so not into “fancy” jewelry of any kind. It was paid off at purchase but goodness, I’m just not a diamond gal😜 Happy New Year to you!

@marysfavs8180 9 күн бұрын

I have a glass top stove too with very little headroom between the stove top & microwave. Because of this I moved to using a commercial grade countertop burner and I use my pressure canner on that. It works perfectly on my kitchen island.

@maryhight6030 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year 🎉 I love this conversation you are having with us. You say things that remind me of myself. I've done the same thing between improvising ingredients I have with recipes from books that I love. I've had four children. I now have six grandchildren and I have been cooking since I can remember. My mother was never much on cooking My father a little bit more so same way making homemade raviolis rice pudding, sauces stuff like that. So thank you for your honesty and also for all the fantastic recipes that you have shared with us on your channel. God bless and here's 2024. ❤️🎉🎉🎉🙏

@Michelle88elle 5 ай бұрын

loved this video! love getting to know you a bit better. your channel is one of my favs! im always learning something from what feels like just hanging with a good friend

@deborahsparks6912 5 ай бұрын

You are so inspirational🥰

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Aww, honey I’m humbled you feel so and I’m certain you are too! Happy New Year!

@terioesterle8551 5 ай бұрын

My creative quiche just came out of the oven, so now i get to spend an hour with you. What a great way to start a year.

@lucyjones2184 5 ай бұрын

You are one of my favorite KZfaqrs because your beauty just shines. I LOVE that you’re whole thing is that your doing homesteading in a small space and allowing the time to build your dreams. Keep going the way you are because you are an inspiration to those of us who aren’t able to buy the land to homestead yet either! I am always learning from you and your videos. Thank you for just sharing your small steps to the big goals ❤

@christinawebb3016 3 ай бұрын

I love that you learning the skills that everyone used to know and sharing them with us. I decided some years ago that I would learn to make soap for myself. I felt like it was a lost art.

@shariweber7800 5 ай бұрын

I also like that you are a family of two. We are empty nesters. It can be a challenge to make the downsized recipe change!

@jaspersknoll9013 5 ай бұрын

Girl, I was born on a dairy farm and grew up in a very rural and poor area. I have continued to have a farm all my life. I lost my husband to cancer 10 years ago and it has become harder to hang on but my sons help me and I have taught them as best I could. As I enter my retirement years I now look forward to teaching my grandchildren. I would love to take you and your family on a tour of amish country here in Ohio, along with the bent and dent and bulk stores. It's about a 7 hour drive from me to DC. If you ever want a vacation that you'll never forget, let me know. I'd be most honored to be your hostess.

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hello friend! I'm so encouraged by your story and you are certainly a force to be reckoned with. Managing a farm after loosing a spouse presents considerable challenges. I too, would love to join you on a tour, if I ever make it to Ohio. I wish we had dent bulk stores in my area-what treasure and savings to have one close to you. Praying for you and yours and Happy New Year to you!

@dragoncarver287 5 ай бұрын

I took my wedding band off when I begain working in a machine shop. Too many opportunities to rip off my finger. After that for some reason my finger got too big for it. At the same time, my wife's ring got too small for her finger so she is now wearing mine. The band that I wear from her is around my heart. It's been there for over 51 years.

@firequeen2194 5 ай бұрын

🥰. That’s so sweet. Bright blessings to you both. Happy New Year!

@dragoncarver287 5 ай бұрын

@@firequeen2194 🤗 Thank you and the same to you as well.

@samivanvleet4704 Ай бұрын

A quick reference book would be amazing! I love watching you and you have inspired me to go on this journey too because I have thought about it a lot, but I lead a busy life with my job and you have shown me how simple it can be and all the ways I can be creative.

@FavorKreations 5 ай бұрын

Heyy Cass❤Happy New Year! Thanks for the chat🎉You are such an inspiration!

@cmparrott100 4 ай бұрын

I just found your channel this week. I love your friendly upbeat personality. I have been a homesteader for years raising our own veggies and meat. But I am expanding what I do. I used to freeze everything, but now I am entering into a season where I am canning and dehydrating. I love your tips.

@adrianneh3656 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year! All the best.

@donnamullins2089 5 ай бұрын

Please don't feel pressured or hurried to find a farm. Select the area of your state where you would like to relocate. Research and network. You are good at that. If you see a piece of land speak to the owner if possible. Believe it or not people are sentimental and want to know their land will be taken care of. I am glad I did not give up my career and pension because I was able to retire early. My favorite thing you have thrifted was the KitchenAid attachments. What a score!! Shrimp and grits one of my favorite things and my Louisiana Dad make the best gumbo. You don't ever forget that wonderful taste. Enjoyed your video. Take care. Wishing you and your family a Blessed and Happy New Year 2024.

@kellypicciolo4226 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for your experiences and advice. I am really trying to spend time-saving but eating at home. I love cooking to help me enjoy the spread of food. I have a small space also but knowing it's possible is awesome!

@Mivette2001 5 ай бұрын

Praying for your blessing❤️

@Cesiliejordan 5 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this video! Thanks!

@WillowofMoonHaven 5 ай бұрын

Love this Cassandra! thankyou for sharing

@gardenrowes 5 ай бұрын

You are so well-spoken and inspirational! Thanks for sharing this insight into the way things work best for you.

@gymgirllja 5 ай бұрын

I'm the same way about earrings. Even need a pair to go play in the dirt!

@elissalangdon5202 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for continuing to share your journey 🥰

@Gold_gyrl 5 ай бұрын

Nice laid back video, Happy New Year 🥳🥳🥳🥳

@samanthahoffman4647 5 ай бұрын

You are soo inspiring to me and very down to earth!! Thank you for that!!!!!!!!!!!

@missourigirl4101 5 ай бұрын

Thx for sharing honestly your life with us. We love you

@junefariss4433 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year, Cassandra! You are such an inspiration.

@daniellelajoie1285 5 ай бұрын

Thank you and your smile is beautiful!

@regenerativelifewayne 5 ай бұрын

Your private life is not any of these peoples business 💯! They need worry about what goes on in their own private life's you keep pushing and doing you ! You Don't have to or need to discuss your private life with anyone it's your choice

@thesquirrelyprepperlifesty5523 5 ай бұрын

You are an amazing individual and have a great channel. Happy New Year!

@kariokeefe1387 5 ай бұрын

You are such a blessing to us all and I really enjoy watching your content. Thank you so much ❤️.

@sbfoster56 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year 🎉 Love your videos and God Bless

@debmohler8833 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much sweetheart. Has weighed on me for awhile. Happy New Year to you and your husband. God Bless. PS love your pup

@hissimpleblessings2200 5 ай бұрын

You are such a blessing to me and so many others! I pray for you and your family regular, thank you so much for responding to my question.

@cloryk2040 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Years Cassandra! Wonderful video, thanks for allowing me into your world. You are so inspirational and real.❤

@QueenGomez1111 5 ай бұрын

Hi Casandra, my apologies for not being active as much. But I have been recovering from 3 surgeries and a few health battles. However I pray that I will get back active here. Stay blessed and keep going if anyone can do this you can.🥰 Much love to you and your family.

@getitright5863 5 ай бұрын

A farmer’s daughter here. Just so you know you make me proud of all your accomplishments. I’d say you have the skills, we don’t know everything we learn what are parents do, cattle, or chickens ect, and yes a little knowledge of alot of things. A wise person said if you’re not learning you could be dead.😃

@MicheleHummel 5 ай бұрын

Gf! I could sit and talk to you for daysssss! Love your style! Thank you for sharing! 🎉

@c.chines9418 5 ай бұрын

You are practical,positive and so gracious. I enjoy gleaning from your ideas. Thank you.

@MoorUnityFarms 5 ай бұрын

Rings do not mean anything, so many people are programmed to believe that just because you wear a ring your marriage is going to last forever. Rings are material things, the love you have with your partner is much more than that. Rings are not to be shown off anyway, its a sign of ownership and whether you're in an obligation or not, no one owns anybody. hoped this helped for anyone that is focused on rings which is the wrong thing to focus on. Love your videos and that never even crossed my mind. I am so thankful I am not programmed anymore to the things that are not of importance anymore. Yes, for anyone who is wondering I am very happily obligated. :)

@sherrybendall5817 5 ай бұрын

A little judgmental don’t you think. My husband doesn’t own me but I honor him by wearing my rings away from the hose.

@roki5337 2 ай бұрын

Yes indeed heritage skills!! We are the few still keeping it up.

@jeanettegilder1616 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year Cassandra and family!

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year to you and yours too, sweet friend!

@merrilynblackmore6962 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year Casandra to you and your family. Ive learned so much from your channel. My husband and I still dream of having a little farm and are still looking. My, husband never cuts the bone in our wild game. That can create a taste in the meat you might not like. I love all the items you use to help us in our kitchen. You turned me onto the silicone ziplock bags. What a game changer.

@Gogrannygo55 5 ай бұрын

🎊 Happy New Year 🎈 Loved learning more about you & your family. I love your channel. I have a nice cook book collection. I love cooking. Thrifting and crafting are my favorites. ❤️🤗

@joannsmallwood3153 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year! You inspire me Cassandra! I have a condo but am a farm girl at heart. Thank you for your wonderful information and inspiration! Thor is adorable!

@melissahicks766 5 ай бұрын

I just love love love you!!!!!!!

@kathyv3909 5 ай бұрын

I so appreciate your sharing your experiences and all the energy it takes to make your KZfaq channel come to life and provide the excellent education, balance, and motivation that it DOES for me. You are making such a positive difference in my life and I'm sure many others as well.

@madirobinson3156 5 ай бұрын

Good morning I love your energy and enthusiasm. Thank you for sharing your journey which has encourage me in so many ways that I would never believe I could do. 😊😊😊 Happy New Year❤

@heatherwhite2788 5 ай бұрын

Rifle paper has a meal planner and grocery list pad. I use it to keep track of ingredients I need or want to cook with, what’s ready to eat, and what I need to make. I also cook for my dogs and use some of my leftovers there

@DoubleQz 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for all you share. I have learned much watching your videos. You have inspired me to start fermenting and canning.

@juliewood6513 5 ай бұрын

Loved this Q & A

@wendyellis6402 5 ай бұрын

The only reason I have an All American 921, is because Amazon had it on sale for $179, in 2015. It’s great for full loads. I have a smaller electric Cary that I can use for up to 6 regular mouth pint jars. It can also be used as a pressure cooker, that will accommodate a large turkey carcass. I pressure cook my turkey stock, wash it out, then use it to pressure can the stock. $89, a few years ago. I’m set ❤

@BecomingaFarmGirl 5 ай бұрын

Hey Wendy! Always good to see you and WHOA--what an incredible sale on the All American, I would've pulled the trigger on that deal too! The best canner is the one that you can afford and that you regularly use. I love my Presto canners (I have two of them) and IF I can thrift one at a good price, yes-I'll get one, but if not, I'm very satisfied with what I already have. Happy New Year to you and yours!

@MelyndaVang2023 2 ай бұрын

oh heck yeah..kids are a game changer. Hurry up with the kids though bc I was a late bloomer and almost missed the boat. When you want kids and you can't make any...that is a huge problem. Kids first, life ambitions later. That is my best advice. I thoroughly enjoyed this videa and I'm really glad that you decided to do it and also share your personal life with us. That is HUGE.

@candisscott6267 5 ай бұрын

Yea! My favorite you tuber

@vickimontgomery5271 5 ай бұрын

You are amazing Cassandra! Your transparency in explanation and answering so many of these questions. You are such a hard working family that I feel in my heart are seeking His wisdom as you journey. Your courage and outlook are truly refreshing. God bless you both richly! ❤

@pamvancleave6722 5 ай бұрын

It makes perfect sense

@BlushingRoseDiaries 5 ай бұрын

I don’t wear my wedding ring very much either. Gardening, cooking, making bread from scratch all the time makes it impractical for me. Same reason I don’t polish my nails lol!

@C.C.8441 5 ай бұрын

Happy New Year! I wish you and your family the best in 2024! 🎉🎆❤

@user-zp1ec3ot7g 4 ай бұрын

You crack me up. You're so organized I could take lessons from you.

@0wlyssa 5 ай бұрын

You're such a wealth of information and inspiration, and you never fail to make me feel like things that have always felt so far out of reach/outside of my abilities ARE possible with time and effort. I love your personality and I'm wishing a prosperous 2024 for you! xx