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Thank you both so much. I agree that its's a calling. Living alone, disable and can't get out is hard, but finding you folks and your family, has been a true blessing to me. May God bless you all abundantly.

"Why don't you (Tipper) wear your wedding ring (and Matt does)?" Matt answers "Because I'm more committed than you are!" 🤣😅🤣 I enjoy these so much. THANK YOU Tipper & Matt. 🙌🏼 💓

Matt is awfully good natured to share all this information as he strikes me as being private. It is nice to hear these things as we associate what it would be like if we were all sitting down together.

Poor Matt having to express emotion. 😂 And I love “Yosemite Sam fits”. You guys are adorable together! 🥰

As a Genealogist, I have to tell you what a treasure your channel will be for your future grandchildren and future generations. Not just how you lived your daily lives, but having these questions, answers, and stories about your lives documented, and told in your own voices will be so special for them to have. I know your intention is to educate everyone about life in Appalachia, and that is wonderful, as I live across the mountains in the foothills of the Smokies. The people who will benefit from these videos the most haven't even been born yet. 😊

But you see you all ARE special! Your kindness, your values, your knowledge, your humor, your faith and your love of place and each other resonates with us. We get welcomed into your life and for the time we get to spend with you, we are part of something that is good. And Tipper, please don’t ever stop talking! You all are loved and appreciated.

Thank you, Tipper and Matt for always being so special and kind. I'm sending loving and peace-filled thoughts to everyone.

You two are so precious! I love these chats. It’s like visiting with you all. ❤️

I love hearing your stories! When Matt was talking about his favorite Bible verse, memories flooded back. My grandmother had twin beds in her room. All 24 of her grandchildren sleep at one time or another in the twin bed opposite of her bed. Before bed, my grandmother would read a daily guidepost story, a Bible verse and then pray. She was a wonderful grandmother and miss her everyday. That little extra twin bed is in my spare bedroom now. I received it in her will. It is most cherished and waiting on my grandchildren someday. Thanks for the memories.

Y’all may not feel you are changing the world, but I think you are the change the world needs. Thanks for being a constant comfort in my world ❤

Thank you Matt and Tipper, for sharing your family with us. I’m honoured to part of these conversations! We’re praying for Granny!🇨🇦🙏❤️

"If you want to change the world, go home and love your family." -- Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Your ending remarks reminded me of this quote; you all show so much love and respect for each other and your audience, your channel is playing a part in changing the world for the better, thank you for all the videos!

How could anyone be mean and ugly to you and your family! You saved me by being my family and friends after my husband died last November ! I love y'all!

Matt is so delightful...he really loves you, Tipper!!❤

Dear Tipper and Matt. I'm just a regular gal (your age) born and raised in Washington state. Washington is timber, fishing, hunting, and farming country, and is where my dad was born and raised. His folks, Danish, moved here and settled into the trades mentioned above. People tend to think of the Pacific Northwest as progressive, but back in the day, people here were poor, hardworking, tolerant of mud, and very courageous. My dad ran off and joined the Navy when he was old enough and met my mama in San Diego. They married and moved back here to Washington. My mom's folks were from Oklahoma and Texas. Both of her parents had their fair share of Native American blood, as well as lots of southern traditions, sayings, and ways of cooking. One of my favorite meals is beans and cornbread. I'm also fond of green fried tomatoes. Trout has always been a thing here in the Pacific Northwest, but fortunately, so is salmon, which I like a whole lot better because of its mild flavor. The reason I am writing is because I feel very close to you and your ways in heritage and spirit. I grew up under an umbrella of Southern-style Christianity and Viking lore (odd mix, but wonderfully colorful). I watch you two and your girls, and no matter what you're discussing, I feel a sense of closeness and familiarity. It is important to me that you understand that the content you share, your willingness to share, and the gentle and authentic style in which you communicate your content is invaluable. I am old enough now for the family members that came before me to be mostly gone. I miss them, as I'm sure you do Miss Cindy, Pap, and the rest. Those, for me, brought my heritage to life. There is no further preserving it in the now progressive Northwest, where nothing much matters except money and self. I have done my best with my kids, but I fear they'll never truly understand the value of the past the way that Corey and Katie do. I love you all very much. I'm so grateful to be able to feel a connection to you through this technology. There is no way that I'm the only one out here feeling such gratefulness for what you all bring to the world. Please keep it up for all our sakes. Thank you for keeping this sliver of American heritage alive... even if it can only be an ideal for many or a brush with memory for others. So appreciative. Dana

I'm subscribed to over 200 youtubers and I look for and watch your videos first over the others. You are an influencer in the best way! Your videos are so uplifting! Tipper, DON'T ever quit talking when sharing recipes. (please) The stories behind the recipes are paramount to your channel, in my opinion! It takes a great deal of work to make these videos happen and I am so thankful that I ran up on Celebrating Appalachia, and you continue to share videos every week. The world needs more people like you and your family. I know that sounds cliche' but its the truth! Love the questions and answers sessions. You two are good together! Once again thanks so much for sharing!

I must say that watching your channel has helped me to come back to being proud of growing up in Appalachia. 🥰 I just, growing up, was always so happy about having my large extended family around....thought that every male in every family fished, hunted..But being from West Virginia, I did later on have to deal with all of the misconceptions of the Appalachian people. Quickly realized that those folks had just "become unsmart". 😂🤣😂

Just be yourselves. The appeal of your channel is your honest and sincere approach to telling the stories that are important for you to preserve. As you share, you Celebrate the Appalachian way of life. Thank you. - Tennessee Smoky

I really enjoy you, Matt, Corie, Katie & Granny’s wholesome, down to earth & Christian values. Y’all are just so honest & share useful information with us. I think we all in the US need to get back to basics & serving the Lord. I never would have thought America would be in this bad shape of violence & crime & not as many people serving the Lord. Thank you & your whole family for all you do & share with us. It is appreciated.

Wouldn't it be nice if we could forget all of the bad memories and only remember the good ones? It's wonderful that you have so many good memories, Tipper. 😊

The reason Matt is a only child is because he was the perfect child.😂

Tipper you got your hands full with Matt, he reminds me of my husband who is a ham ! You can see it in his smile and the way he looks at you! What a good sport you guys are! Happy Harvest on them tomatoes 🍅

Love these sit downs and the conversations that happens between you two❤ Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions.

You two were meant for each other. You are a wonderful pair.God Bless You Both

Awww how sweet Matt. I think you gift us all through KZfaq your love of family and nature. And of course faith.

You both are down to earth people...very comfortable with each other and respectful. A good couple that the lord has blessed. We wish we had neighbors like you that would be a joy God bless you and your loveable daughters and Austin who looks like a nice young man.

My late husband was what I called a "burrito" sleeper, so we used separate blankets in cold weather. I understand Matt's feelings!

Matt, I would give anything to hear those words come out of my husband's mouth. Tipper is so very blessed to know how valued she is by you. It's a wonderful thing to be best friends with the person you cherish most. May God continue to bless your days together.

Matt's grandmother being named Bonnie is a great indicator that she had scottish parents or grandparents. Plus the Carolinas have more Scottish descendants than Scotland has Scots. You all should check out the highland games at grandfather mountains. It's such a fun event. Especially if you have a name that connects with a clan or is a clan name. 💙

I am not from Appalachia but I grew up with people who were. It has been a real pleasure to be able to listen to and learn from you and your family.

Please do t listen to those comments that say “don’t talk so much”. I love that you share the history and the stories… you just keep being you..!!!

Matt always seems like he would like to be anywhere but sitting down for these videos.

My dishwasher serves as a giant rack for hand-washed dishes. Useful

Thank you Tipper, and your whole family, for sharing your lives with us. We are blessed to be able to join you every week.

Matt: I don't want to lay in there and the sun still shining, thats ignorant. 🤣🤣🤣 Tipper and Matt, both you and your girls are such beautiful people and make this dark world a better place! Thank you for being such a blessing!

Your channel is a blessing to many people. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

I loved Matt's story about the ice pick! And Tipper yours about the red finger nail polish. You guys had me laughing so hard.😂 Thanks for sharing your lives with us. And Tipper I never get tired of hearing your voice and the history behind the recipes. And the book readings, love, love those! Please just keep being you.❤

I enjoy hearing your stories as you cook. You all are kind and nice to us as well. Thank you.

Thanks Tipper and Matt. You bring me such joy as it brings back memories of when my mom was alive and the talks we shared about gardening, food and cooking. You all eat the same foods we ate together and the food I still prepare. You do fill a huge void in my life. God bless!

I can't imagine anyone being mean to you all, you are so sweet and kind to us all! Thank you for sharing your life. I love listening to you talk and tell your stories! God Bless you all and your sweet family has been in my prayers.

This has been more fun than a barrel of monkeys!! I love listening to your stories, and it doesn’t matter what it’s about. I feel like I am a part of your family, because I did not grow up with a kind, loving family. So y’all fill that part that I missed out on. But I did grow up with the greatest grandparents. Matt’s comment about the Mob was hilarious!!! He was right too. 😂😂😂

Don't you dare stop sharing the home stories!!! Those special ingredients or the tastes of home the skill of nostalgic craziness and the love of caring for your family and friends are all expressed in the words from your heart.

When I read some of the comments I never see any negative ones, even though I don't doubt that you get them now and then. There's always somebody who will be negative. I noticed that no matter who is commenting and where they come from, everybody really enjoys your and the girls' videos. Your channel is by far my favorite one because you understand what life is like for most people from Appalachia. Appalachia means so much to me, too, so it feels like we're family. So glad I found your KZfaq channel!

Tipper, I love when you talk, explaining things to us. I love learning new things, recipes. I’m so glad I bought your cook book too. I love watching you and Matt together talking, doing the garden and hiking. Thank you for sharing your family with us. I pray your Mom is doing okay.

Yall are amazing!! Thank you for being there for me and everyone else!! ❤ Tell Granny I love her from middle Georgia ❤Praying her health improves, amazing lady for real!

Congratulations on the first grand baby on its way! Katie is gonna be a wonderful mama! Baby is gonna be very blessed to have such a loving family!

My husband used to hog all the covers, he'd roll up like a burrito and I'd be left freezing. I ended up buying 2 matching comforters and it was the best thing I ever did. He has his and I have mine and I don't get mad at night anymore. I love your show and your family. The positivity and love you exude is so good for others to see and feel in this day and age. Thank you for sharing.

My favorite video in all these years so far! I belly laughed out loud at Matt and his childhood antics. My imagination was in full force. I cried at what ya'll loved about each other. Such a tender and transparent moment.

Love learning more about you both. So sweet & down to earth folks!😊

My grandmother had 10 children and one year for Mother’s Day they all chipped in and bought her a mother’s ring with all 10 birthstones, it’s three rows of stones on two gold bands fused together. We are plain country people but my grandmother never took that ring off, it was the only piece of jewelry she ever owned, when I was a kid I would pick dough out from around the stones and clean it up for her with an old toothbrush. I was lucky enough to receive that ring after her death 30 years ago and it was on my right hand the day I walked down the aisle to be married. I never wear it, it’s put away in my jewelry box, but I feel so blessed to have that piece of her and the wonderful memories attached to it. ❤

That story about being lost, laying down, using the faint mountain outline to get home makes a great sermon illustration. Great story. Thanks for that.

Love this! Thank you! Tipper you never talk too much! I do feel like you all are missionaries putting yourself out there and being a wonderful example and blessing to so many of us. We have a lot of brokenness in our families so I'm so grateful my husband is my best friend too. Different members have disowned us so your videos are sooooo comforting and encouraging. Prayers for Granny.

After watching any of the Celebrating Appalachia videos I feel content. I am happy to be from Appalachia. I find joy knowledge and rekindling of childhood memories. Respect and fondness for your entire family. You're JUST good people in my mind. Please keep the videos coming. God bless you all. 🙂🙋✝️

That bird at 2.41 was a Red-Shouldered Hawk according to Cornell's Merlin Sound ID app. I love to sit out during the warmer weather and see how many different birds I can hear.

My husband and I have been married 27 years, and we would probably have a divorce if we had to say what we disliked, or loved about each other. You both are wonderful!

I had to laugh as soon as Matt started swinging his hands. I knew he was going to say it’s was bees after him. My father use to race. In 1954 he was killed during racing. I never knew him , I was only 3 months old. And I must tell you, that you got us hooked on those great popsicles. Thank you very much.

Please keep on talking, Tipper. I love the history, the family stories, the folk wisdom, and the sound of your voice. Those who want to hear just the recipes should use a cookbook or Pinterest. My first impression of Matt has changed a lot since the first video I watched a couple of years ago. He had just come in from what must have been a very tiring day and you handed him a plate of food to taste. You tried to coax a few words out of him and got mostly grunts. I felt so sorry for you having to live with grumpy. But much to my delight, that was just one of those off days we all have. I’ve learned that while he isn’t as outgoing as you, he is friendly, supportive, loving, fun-loving and steadfast. I’m happy now to see him along side of you in many of your videos. You’ve got a wonderful family!

I just received the news that no one wants to hear. The biopsy is malignant. My anxiety is through the roof. I played praise music which helps, held onto my scriptures that get me through, prayed with a friend and then turned here. I know that laughter, joy, family, faith and love are all on display. Thank you for a bit of peace during the turmoil.

You are changing the world a little at a time with all your honesty and family values. The world needs more people like you sharing the best of America and simple living. Thank you for sharing all you do with us! You will be blessed.

I really enjoy your videos and live vicariously through y’all. I miss the good ole days when I grew up in the 60’s and early 70’s. I learned so much from my Grandparents and my Aunt. People back then cared, loved and looked out for their family, friends and neighbors more than they do now 😢. The young people are gravitating towards humongous churches and the small community churches are barely hanging on. We don’t have a lot of young people in our church and the older folks are going on in little by little 😢

Tipper , you look so Celtic , I would say Scotland or Wales xxx

I love these wonderful videos of this wonderful couple, answering questions and talking about their life’s experiences - balm to the soul. I’ve been a bit depressed recently as I am in my fifties and I feel old, middle aged!! Thank the Lord (respect to Him) for such lovely people as these, on the internet. Made me feel better. Love these videos. 😊

If I could describe your channel and it’s content with only one word I’d pick “genuine” but of course I could give you a long list of positive descriptive words! You both are a joy to watch and I find myself anxiously awaiting the next video! God has blessed many of us through your channel!! Thank you!

Absolutely love listening to you both very much. Reminds me of many things growing up. God bless you all

Our 53 year old son is an only child and he's perfect, just like Matt is. Also, that ice pick/tire story made me laugh out loud. That might be called no impulse control.

I really enjoy listening to you and Matt telling about your life.

I'm with you about dishwashers,they've never interested me. I've always liked washing dishes. I've had so many wonderful conversations with my Mom, my sisters, my children and friends while watching and drying dishes.

I’ve never commented but watch consistently. You guys are an inspiration and you are not alone. Our country is full of faithful families just like you. Living in Arkansas my whole life…your lifestyle and dialect are very familiar. It gives me consolation and hope for our country. I know that you are touching lives and spreading a message that heals. God Bless y’all. You will see your harvest when we meet in heaven one day.

You guys are adorable, lol! I love the casual footage you’ve been doing lately! Love to see you’re personalities shine.

Best 1on 1 conversation i've heard in a long time

I’m married to an only child, also. He’s never taken his wedding ring off, either, but I have. Matt’s childhood pranks had me laughing out loud. Good advice about going into the woods. Ron pulls the covers when he moves in bed and takes them with him. I have to hold on to my covers when he moves. When he gets out of bed in the morning, all the covers are on one side of the bed. We don’t care to use a dishwasher, either. Another great video with the two of you! Thanks for sharing❣️

I really enjoyed these episodes ☺️ you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for your special " Granny" she is a jewel 💙 I love her spunk and attitude she's just precious ❤️

Tipper my husband does the “tuck and roll” so I know how Matt feels and I just grab the cover before he gets it 😊 y’all are truly “one” love each other.

Genuinely good and friendly people. It doesn't get better than that. I'm so glad you share your lives with us. Thank you. And I pray that Granny is recovering well.

My first favorite Bible verse is somewhere in the 33rd Psalm. "Delight thy self in the Lord, and he will give thee the desires of thine heart." ❤️

I really enjoy the Q&A videos, but then I like all your videos. I will say I laughed more during this Q&A than I have the other ones. You and Matt are just so funny together and the sweetest couple. I think I like y’all so much because you’re real, open, honest and down to earth. Tipper, I promise you that you do not talk to much and Matt knows exactly what he’s doing with everything he does and he does not look like he’s your son either because you look to young. You and Matt both look young and are perfect for each other. Apparently that person(s) who said those things are what they call Trolls and they are just mean spirited people who have nothing else in life to do put be mean to others. You, Matt, Granny, the girls, and Austin are wonderful people and we all like y’all just as you all are! Y’all our our kind of people!

Oh wow that is so weird my people come from Scotland to. But we're from the Southeast corner of Oklahoma. We have a country cemetery that I have counted back 9 generations and the oldest headstone has the family castle on it.

So many of us have never had marriage has good as you two. Hope my children are blessed enough to find something so special. You should be proud!

Every night I’m able to watch y’all while I make my husbands lunch and snacks. We live the old customs by choice. I too do not suffer a dishwasher. I can actually taste the soap from family members dishwasher. Yuk I cook from scratch, I hand mop and so on. Even hang the clothes on the line, in summer.my husband and I say we found our twins in you and Matt. What a blessing y’all are to us. Thank you , thank God for ya. Blessing’s and prayers to you and yours. Brooks , Oregon .

That was a red tail hawk. 2:52

Love y'all! Didn't Miss Cindy go to college in Athens? ❤ Go Dawgs 😊... I still wear my late husband's wedding band on a necklace

God bless y'all.... you are a wonderful example of a united, God-fearing, family. You preserve a way of life that most people have either almost forgotten or have never known. Thank you for sharing of yourselves and your wonderful recipes, stories, and life lessons.

I cannot imagine hurting you with a mean comment. I love you and your family too much for that. I enjoy all of your videos, your wisdom and teachings. Every time I see a vid I feel like I've sat down for a visit with you....The girls too. God Bless you 💕

I sure thought Matt would say his favorite meal is a tomato sandwich 😂😂

A better question might be what foods do you NOT like?

You all make me laugh! You can see how much the two of you love each other. ❤️

You all bless me with your videos and I am grateful that you share your lives and traditions right here. God Bless You

GO CORIE AND AUSTIN! GO DAWGS!

I remember shopping at Sear when my 3 Children were young- I use to buy almost everything from Sears and loved it- Now our Sear has shut down and I sure do miss it♥️ They use to have wonderful quality 💚

Thanks for doing the Q&As. Love listening to you two.

Thank you for sharing your lives and your humor. My heart always feels a little bit fuller after listening to you. Many blessings to you and your family.

Ty both for encouraging us all & yes you do remind us of our loved ones in NC

Love these Q & A sessions with you and Matt! Good people! Funny too! Loved the tire story and the downspouts!! Loved the nail and hand painting! Great family stories!! God bless and love to all! 💕🤗🙏🏻

Thank you for sharing more of your lives with us! I always feel better after watching your videos. God is definitely using y’all to shine his light. May He continue to bless and keep you all. Still praying for Granny too.

Great video. Had me laughing when talking about the tuck and roll. You two are so great together. You can tell how much you love each other. Bless your sweet family.

Y'all are just good people. I enjoy listening to you and what you have to say. Have a good day. 😊

Y'all make me feel at ease. I feel like I'm home with my family when I watch your videos. Matt reminds me of both my Daddy and my Dad. God blessed me with two.

Thank you for taking the time to share these videos. We appreciate all the work it takes. You have friends you don't even know you have living all over.

Y’all are what we call “good people”, thank you for all you share with us. God Bless 🙏😊💕