Lessons From the Great Depression

Lessons From the Great Depression | With Mary's Nest

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Today's Pantry Chat we're chatting with Mary from @MarysNest about learning lessons from those who went through the Great Depression, how these lessons are still applicable today, and tips for implementing more traditional skills into our every day life.
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@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Carolyn, Thank you so much for having me on your Pantry Chat! It’s always such a joy to talk with you! Love and God Bless, Mary

@HomesteadingFamily Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@Overhill_Farm Жыл бұрын

I love you both! This was wonderful and inspiring.

@katieheidinger4635 Жыл бұрын

Love you ladies, thx so much!

@kariekelley6847 Жыл бұрын

Now I have to start following her

@kariekelley6847 Жыл бұрын

Oh I already am. Lol

@kellymueller9818 Жыл бұрын

I just had a holy cow moment. I have made every meal, bread, condiment for my family since Christmas. I didn't even realize I was doing it. My husband had to get some fast food for lunch this week and his stomach revolted for two days and we realized how well we've been eating

@robotics4kids Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!!

@stephencameron1709 Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing! Well done!

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Kelly, isn’t that the truth! Love, Mary

@katiemoyer8679 Жыл бұрын

Yep, we don’t/can’t eat main stream food either. Good for us‼️💁🏻‍♀️👩🏻‍🌾

@EagleArrow Жыл бұрын

We usually make all our own meals. If we do eat out, we choose local restaurants that buy from local natural farmers.

@agb6330 Жыл бұрын

Our oldest grandson was killed in an accident on Mother’s Day this past year. We know where he is and it’s a temporary separation but still really hard. Went to his high school graduation without him and all the other heartbreak involved with a tragic loss. Ramping up our vegetable garden, getting a couple chickens, canning and cooking has helped me tremendously. Just get up, make the bed, and keep moving!!! Prayer and the support of like minded friends is priceless.

@MFV77 Жыл бұрын

My heart just breaks for you. I know that there are no words. We lost our oldest son suddenly at 33 almost 4 years ago. The only thing that ever helped was to hear that people were praying for us, especially as I felt too broken then to pray myself. Anyway, I just want you to know I am pausing now to say a prayer for you and your family. 🙏🙏

@agb6330 Жыл бұрын

@@MFV77 Thank you so much, prayer is such a gift. Focusing on the power that raised Christ from the dead resides in me, I can do this because of Him not me.

@bluebirdgramma6317 Жыл бұрын

🙏for you. We must carry on the "message" of those who have left us much too soon. Sending Hugs to all who are still in pain.

@agb6330 Жыл бұрын

@@bluebirdgramma6317 Thank you so much ❤️

@wildabezet860 Жыл бұрын

You have a good attitude. This kind of loss is so hard, but with the Lord’s help, you will make it through this. You never get over it, but you rely on the Lord’s strength day to day. Knowing where they are is a great comfort. 🙏🏼✝️

@dlgrilli Жыл бұрын

A rhyme from the depression that my grandma and mother lived by. "Use it up, wear it out, make do or do without."

@joyceterra2265 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lynn. It does resonate today. If you do not mind, would like to post this?

@iamdoroda Жыл бұрын

My Grand Mother In Law always added But buy good quality in the first place.

@M-O-M Жыл бұрын

My grandma: “Waste not, Want not!”

@andy38andrews96 Жыл бұрын

I am an 84 year old man, living alone, trying to do as much cooking from scratch as possible with meats and vegetables I raised myself. I came through the checkout line in the grocery store this week and was horrified to see what the mid forties lady ahead of me was buying to feed her family! Everything in her cart was prepared and prepackaged, with no basic foods in the cart. I would starve to death if that was what I had to eat!

@anitawitt84 Жыл бұрын

And she’s spending much more than you do per person! Good for you.

@kkornhaus Жыл бұрын

It breaks my heart when I see that 💔

@Tia.H Жыл бұрын

That's great that you're able to feed yourself from what you've grown and raised on your land! Instead of judging others on what they choose to feed themselves with, why not be thankful that she's able to feed herself and/or her family at all?

@EarlHayward Жыл бұрын

Some days I want to move back to Iowa where I spent my early years; but, my wife would probably divorce me… However, while my wife was born in Hong Kong and enjoys living in a larger city, she eats very healthy, probably healthier than me… Point is, while I have the farming childhood, and she grew up in a large city, we generally purchase nothing but whole foods, fruits, nuts, vegetables, etc… Granted, we buy some breads like sourdough, but otherwise I make baguettes, flatbreads, and some pastas; we also buy some things like rice cakes and certain pastas as they are just rather difficult to make at home… I guess I am lucky as between the two of us we can bake or cook nearly everything we enjoy eating, avoiding all the additives and chemicals, it just takes a little planning… Then again, we are in our 50’s, have lived through different times, lived in multiple countries, and learned proper nutrition from our parents and grandparents… So, I see the same thing you mentioned, the younger people buy packaged foods and meals; not sure if for the convenience or because they don’t know any better… Either way, I think many people don’t know how to eat healthy, or realize all the processed/packaged foods have lots of additives/chemicals, or even realize how it is so easy and much less expensive to bake your own breads, etc… Which is, arguably, why life expectancy is decreasing in the U.S., not to mention the U.S. is actually behind on life expectancy compared to many other countries; like Hong Kong (where my wife is from), 78 years vs. 85 years respectively (yeah, I know Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China, but that is a different point).

@user-js8vi6pp3t 8 ай бұрын

The days of being taught home skills are truly over. Sewing, cooking, cleaning, cursive writeing,signing a check, addressing a letter.....kids are graduating high school not knowing how to do. I graduated in 98, I couldn't address a letter. Embarrassing really. I have two cousin who were a few years younger, graduated college with teaching degrees. They can't read or write cursive. Which I find mind blowing. My grandmother lived through the great depression. She tells me she never used a fresh herb. Ever. She found it so odd that I did. But she could bake bread and doughnuts like a master.

@TheMilkmaidFarm Жыл бұрын

I know it was a fleeting statement… but when Mary said her Mom said ‘work is prayer’ that really resonated with me. It made me pause and think. At times, I’ve felt challenged and feel less likely to work hard. I have noticed my attitude improves if I throw myself into some work. This made an impact on me, thank you Mary.

@donnagarcia4541 Жыл бұрын

It also impacted me. ❤️

@cynthialouw2970 Жыл бұрын

Ditto!!! If we physically busy, our minds aren't idle. What does the Lord say sooooo many times? Do not worry! My life has taken a turn. My husband has been diagnosed with altzheimers so our lives haves changed. But so much good is coming out of it!

@gdgirouard Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this conversation so much. We’ve lost the treasure of having older women teaching the younger women and learning from each other. I felt like we were having coffee together. Very sweet conversation. Thank you.

@EarlHayward Жыл бұрын

Women? Maybe think about that assertion… My maternal grandfather was a butcher and a chef, he taught me so much, he taught me more than my mother or grandmothers taught me… I can bake and cook more than my wife, and my wife is an excellent cook (particularly Asian dishes as she was born in Hong Kong)… Just saying, the belief that only women knew or know how to cook, or clean and butcher an animal, is a false assumption and rather sexist!

@larrybair2029 Жыл бұрын

Working & always keeping busy is the key ! My husband is 71 yrs old & after delivering Mail for 35 yrs he works part time at Wegmans to keep busy. I am a retired nurse who never has enough hours in my day … I love caring for our home inside & out ,canning,baking & helping our grandchildren when needed several times a week. ..

@pammypampam6920 Жыл бұрын

My husband retired 2 years ago from USPS after nearly 36 years. Now he sits and watches TV all day, bored out of his mind, I would imagine. He's gaining weight, losing muscle, & becoming more & more tired. Only in his 60's he's giving his life to his recliner because he thinks that's what retirement "looks like". 🥺 I wish he'd get a hobby or a part time job to get out and keep up with life snd give his body something to DO! 💖

@wandaleimkuehler896 Жыл бұрын

I agree completely. And, added bonus, it keeps you young!

@stephanieromero308 Жыл бұрын

My son-in-law worked for a time at a waffle manufacturing facility. He shared with me that the waffles were made for all brands except Eggo brand. Awareness if freeing.

@mudoh2131 Жыл бұрын

My 71 year old husband works full time in a very challenging job, loves it to bits and has no intention of retiring. I am 68 and also love my full-time job. Yes we get tired and like a few days off but our grandchildren keep us busy and grounded whenever we are not at work. How blessed we are.

@phyllisruss5174 Жыл бұрын

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@Mrs_Homemaker Жыл бұрын

I always say "don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good". Aim for what you can do, and don't focus on what you can't do yet. ❤️🥰

@tracyekressman8642 Жыл бұрын

I love that!

@user-js8vi6pp3t 8 ай бұрын

If you can find a friend learning too. Then you can laugh at your mistakes. I've made some hum dingers. Once I made a pan of brownies and forgot the egg. It was cement. It became a joke. My mom soaked it for days. Stick in the pan. Chip with a knife. Nope. Then my brother and father got involved. Hammer, hockey stick, ax. Nothing worked. We had to throw out the pan. But it made my grandmother laugh so hard she cried. I think the next 3 years she would say good bye with a hug and a reminder. Remember to grease and flour your pan......I'll never live that one down.

@lamia2845 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Caroline for inviting Mary. She always nourishes my spirit. Bless you all. Love from France. Lamia

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Oh Lamia! Thank you so much for the kind words! Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️

@joanncole9603 Жыл бұрын

This was such an encouraging video. I’m 72 yrs old and trying to learn to cook more nutritious to help my husband battle cancer. THANK YOU!

@tealeaf4451 Жыл бұрын

16:06 "We just do what needs to be done. We don't need to worry about it or get upset about it." I LOVE that!! Thank you for the reminder to focus on what we can do. ❤

@MistyMorganPSOP Жыл бұрын

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@CJ_The_Preparing_Prepper9644 Жыл бұрын

Yes iam with auntie good reminder

@jcounts6015 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for that reminder. It's so easy to forget that when you're overwhelmed with so much on your plate.

@lisalabellarte7713 Жыл бұрын

❤

@marymaryquitecontrary9765 Жыл бұрын

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

@SpidyGirlMusic15 Жыл бұрын

This conversation really spoke to me.😊 Thank y’all for not spreading fear and for being practical! We need more of that in the world ❤

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Thank you SO much! Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️

@dorapierce4455 Жыл бұрын

My 2 favorite KZfaqrs! I love this episode! Such great wisdom for this generation. My kitchen has changed drastically over the past 3 years since watching both of you ladies. Sauerkraut and broth are staples in my kitchen now. My kitchen is my learning center! I'll be 49 next month and still learning wonderful things in the kitchen!

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Oh Dora! Thank you for the kind words! So happy you are on this traditional foods journey with us! Love, Mary

@parsimyrum553 Жыл бұрын

Same here.. mine too

@carolallen6219 Жыл бұрын

I love Mary💜. Thank you Caroline! Two great ladies with wonderful attitudes & knowledge.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Carol, thank you! Love you too! So happy we are on this traditional foods journey together. Love, Mary

@dravonwalker2352 Жыл бұрын

“Take you our eyes off yourself for a little bit” - words to live by! Thank you

@evawood9655 Жыл бұрын

Amen!!!

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

How true! ❤

@shawna4057 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the best interviews you have done Caroline! Mary is a wise, foundation of the earth woman, with great advice. Thank you, Thank you...

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Oh Shawna, thank you so much for the kind words. I am so humbled by your words! Love, Mary

@libby2012 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful conversation! Thank you! I was raised in a household of 4 generations of women. My great-grandma was born in 1883. Her 6 siblings, (by today’s standards) essentially raised themselves while their father worked and their mother died young. One of her sayings was: “keep on keeping on”. :) She also rarely sat still or complained, and did what needed to be done. Our TV culture made a mockery of work and optimism. Again, wonderful conversation, Thank you! Beautiful philosophy of life.

@maureenpat64 Жыл бұрын

Ha ha when I opened my email this morning from Homesteading Family and saw Mary's picture I did a double take thinking I opened up a different email than I thought! My two favorite modern pioneer ladies in one place. Perfect! ❤❤

@rebeccachambers419 Жыл бұрын

I love the older generations attitude. That is how my mother raised me also. “Relax and take care of things “

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@terradeloach8540 Жыл бұрын

I have learned so much from you both. Mary you taught me that sourdough doesn't have to be complicated. I can't have chickens because my husband works for the local hatchery. However we get amazing deals on cases of chicken. I make large batches of broth now thanks to your Mary's tutorials. Carolyn your canning skills are superior. You are my go to for canning. Because of you I am no longer scared of the pressure canner. I can everything. I mean everything. We expanded our garden x 3 and we are planning on growing 80% of our food. You two women are amazing roll models. I am a work from home mom due to just losing my job. My husband said that I save us a lot of money by staying home because of the canning and gardening. So we are now homesteaders and changing the way we do things.

@Frdunsing Жыл бұрын

Have peace in your ❤ “God is in His heaven and all is right with the world 🌎 “ blessing to your mother Mary 😊

@lafranglaise3399 Жыл бұрын

What lovely ladies. Gentle, intelligent & wise. Born & bred in the UK, I'm lucky enough to live in France where we cook from scratch, have access to high quality food (even in supermarkets) & eat everything (yep even snails !) However, here in Europe, as in the States, food prices have gone up & as we've recently retired we now have to stick to a budget. Initially frustrating, it soon became stimulating to seek alternative sources of produce (cheap meat from local butchers & hunters as well as our own a vegetable garden etc...) & it's reassuring & satisfying to successfully solve problems. Loved your stories of your families experiences. xxx

@dancnluc1 Жыл бұрын

What a great message. I love watching Mary's Nest. Recently she posted a photo with a link to a cracker recipe and I plan to try it out this weekend. I remember my grandparents talking about the Depression. My grandmother worked in the cotton fields while carrying twins. I grew up poor - a piece of meat was luxury and we were lucky to have it once a week. We eat alot of pinto beans, potatoes, and cornbread. You ate what was there or you went to bed hungry. When I had my first child, I had $45 a month for groceries. You did the best you could but we never went hungry. On my mom' side of the family, she had 2 uncles that lived to be 100 and 101. The one was cutting 7 acres of grass in his 90's. He really amazed me. He was so proud of his tractor that he still had when my mom was a little girl.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Sebrina, thank you so much for sharing this. Love, Mary

@DixieAcres Жыл бұрын

OMG Mary's Nest!!!! I LOVE HER! So happy to see this collaboration

@godsbuckets Жыл бұрын

Yes, me too!

@cbass2755 Жыл бұрын

It’s so true! When I cook, I do forget about problems, for an hour or so. I think that’s healthy. My body relaxes for a time being. It takes time to prepare, cook and clean up. During that time I’m happy, I forget problems and or…I’ve even found solutions to my problems during that time. I think the anxiety goes away, and I can think clearly and everything comes into perspective.

@margarettickle9659 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for enlightening me. I'm 71 and never realized that about myself. 😊

@lynsmith2698 Жыл бұрын

I am mid 60 and just lost my mum after Christmas. I was lost….I felt I needed to know so much more, even though my mum taught me so much…but the panic of losing her and not ever being able to ask her anything anymore was devastating. But I learnt so much and ask her questions every-time, right up to her last days. I love hearing Mary’s story, which I had never heard before. Great video. Loved it…thank you 🇨🇦❤️ PS you are both such wise women.

@Maddy_might Жыл бұрын

I felt the same way when I lost my mom years ago. We used to say Mom was better to ask than Google.

@ashleighwhitlow5801 Жыл бұрын

Aw, I’m so sorry for your loss.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Lyn, I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. Yes, we can learn so much from older generations. I feel the same way about my dad. I wish I had asked him so many more questions. Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️

@bluebirdgramma6317 Жыл бұрын

😥sorry for your loss. I, too, after several years of losing mum, wish I could ask my mum about things.

@susan3200 Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry for your loss. It's true that these women are wonderful people.

@fallenangelwi25 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love Mary's Nest!!! She so sweet and honest which isn't always the case in today's age.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Love, Mary❤

@fallenangelwi25 Жыл бұрын

@@MarysNest you're welcome 😊

@juliepeterson142 Жыл бұрын

“I’ll start when I can afford the organic chicken” - I've fallen for this trap! Starting where I'm at the the mantra I've started following. I even tacked it to my wall as a reminder. It's tough to remember when starting out!

@katiemoyer8679 Жыл бұрын

As CCR said….(credence Clearwater revival) Someday, never comes.

@angiehomeschoolmom3269 Жыл бұрын

I love the grace that Mary exudes as she encourages people to start with what they can afford, start with the basics, and learn one thing at a time. I know that as a young 21 year old mom that I hated cooking because it was so much work (I had zero food prep and cooking skills), but I couldn't afford convenience food. So I cooked simple meals and over time, with practice, things got easier and I would try more complicated things. Gradually I developed a large skill set and now I'm in my mid 40s and am teaching home ec classes in our homeschool co-ops, and am known to be a good cook who can pull off huge holiday meals for 40+ people by myself all made from scratch. Starting with those baby steps and a commitment to continue even if they're hard at first is all that's needed.

@Julia29853 Жыл бұрын

That is amazing! I am not a bad cook but when I try to make an entire meal for a large group I am just exhausted, so I always must ask for help. What is your secret to not just be so tired you dont enjoy the celebration. Maybe you just have lots more energy than I do, lol. :) (I’m 63 so a bit older)

@angiehomeschoolmom3269 Жыл бұрын

@@Julia29853 I've learned to make as much as possible the day before, so that everything is still fresh, but the work gets spread out over a couple days. And I'm definitely tired and thankful for leftovers the next day!

@Theodora555 Жыл бұрын

FIRST ONE HERE! I LOVE YOU LADIES! WHOEVER SEES THIS MESSAGE, PLEASE KNOW GOD LOVES YOU. DONT ALLOW THIS WORLD TO HARDEN YOUR HEART OR CAUSE FEAR, YOU SHALL LIVE AND NOT DIE, YOUR HOMES WILL HAVE NO LACK. IN JESUS NAME 🙏.

@debarnold5019 Жыл бұрын

Liverwurst, sauerkraut, and rye bread is my favorite...and yes, I am German.

@suzanneeckstein13 Жыл бұрын

I have been cooking depression meals for the past 6 months it's going great and saving money

@margarettickle9659 Жыл бұрын

Plus they mostly are delicious.

@perpetuaomare6588 Жыл бұрын

Two amazing KZfaqrs, very informative content, really appreciate it🇰🇪

@nunyabznz3029 Жыл бұрын

After my grandfather died suddenly when my mother was only 13 my grandmother had to start working. Since she couldn't teach my mother kitchen talents, my mother never taught me and then I had to work and not teach my daughter. I am so happy to see a mother that can teach and share with her children as Carolyn does!

@edieboudreau9637 Жыл бұрын

Never too late to start.

@wildabezet860 Жыл бұрын

One thing that Mary stresses is to start where you are. Go roast a chicken. 😊

@lf4061 Жыл бұрын

My mother worked too and did not teach me much but I read books and taught myself and learned a lot by trial and error, lol. I only had boys but I still insisted on teaching them cooking and sewing basics. It was a good thing as they married women who also had working mothers and did not even know how to use basic baking measuring cups 😂. I tried encouraging them to try cooking more but as my daughter-in-laws also have jobs, I found that the 30 minute quick meals cook books worked better for them and I recently taught them to use an instant pot and they are in love and venturing out to cook more things 😁 Sometimes you have to work with the times and take baby steps 😂🤣😂

@joyceterra2265 Жыл бұрын

I tell myself "buckle up buttercup" or "pick yourself by your boot straps and get going". Recently my husband passed. It has been emotionally difficult but I get myself up everyday and get myself going. It has helped to get me motivated and get through it. Yes there are moments but by doing helps to get through it. I love home cooked foods and my family were healthier because of it. We raised our own produce and meats. We canned and still do. It is so much healthier.

@Frdunsing Жыл бұрын

Blessings you post helped motivate me today 😊

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Joyce, I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing but you have an amazing can-do attitude. You are fantastic. Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️

@joyceterra2265 Жыл бұрын

@@MarysNest Thank You.

@geniemermal376 Жыл бұрын

Bless you! I too lost my husband. It’s been 3 years in April but I got into preserving food and it keeps me busy. I’m actually addicted now. Also it makes for easy meal prep. Blessings to you.

@joyceterra2265 Жыл бұрын

@@geniemermal376 I am sorry you lost your husband. I love preserving and growing our food. Raised and taught our kids how to survive and yesteryear skills. They are building on those too. Blessings to you.

@karenw9996 Жыл бұрын

I think this might be my favorite guest so far! Mary is the kind of woman everyone would love to have as their mom...and I was blessed to have had a mom who was in the same category as Mary...God is good!!!

@evawood9655 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!!! It was more than about cooking, but was attitude and grit!!! ❤️

@sallieeimstad4563 Жыл бұрын

I feel so blessed to have been eldest in a large, poor family led by strong, resourceful women. When suddenly faced with single parenting while an older college student, and later through cancer, house fires, and a disastrous second marriage, I had the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to not only survive, but thrive. Underlying all was the spiritual example that is .y greatest resource. Bless my garden, stone soup, and gratitude!

@heathernotzdaniels6350 Жыл бұрын

I just absolutely adore Mary. She has such a way of showing and teaching that is so calm and so intuitive, but so thorough, as well. She always thinks of the little stuff to include, that a lot of people seem to not even think about. She is great for a non seasoned cook, all the way up to a fully seasoned cook. She's a friend, in your kitchen, that wants the best for you, and has the knowledge of how to accomplish that. I've been reminded so many times of my own Grandma, and being in her kitchen, during the times I listened to Mary. She's truly someone that a majority of people would benefit from getting to know. So much knowledge in one lady...❤️❤️❤️❤️

@littlehouseinthewoods9833 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing Mary of Mary's Nest with everyone! Mary is the best at explaining and encouraging us along in our whole foods journey. Just try one thing, such as fermenting, then repeat, and soon you have mastered fermenting! Then move onto broth from a whole chicken, after a couple of tries, you have that mastered, too! Anytime I want to learn a new skill in the kitchen, I start with Carolyn @ Homesteading Family and Mary @ Mary's Nest channel.

@fruitsofmylabors7879 Жыл бұрын

You two are so cute! I was recently reading about how successful people speak with a smile and how this isn’t a “normal” skill most of us have. You ladies clearly know this principle and it works for you. I’ve enjoyed watching you both for years

@wendycash54 Жыл бұрын

I see a lot of fear in my grandchildren, and this is a great opportunity for us in the older generations to talk about what we had to go through and more importantly, come through just fine. The depression folks had faith in themselves to survive and thrive in the areas of struggle they had to deal with, and that is why they were able to smile through these hard times. If we knew the outcomes of some of these prevailing issues we are facing and were able to see that they mostly came of nothing we would also be more fearless. So, I just go through my days with the faith that God, who is in control of all things, will see me through whatever I am facing.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Wendy, So well said! Love, Mary

@juliabrown1495 Жыл бұрын

My mother would be 93 had she been alive today she also was a fabulous homemaker she knew how to sew knit bake she was fabulous with children my father was a lucky man

@S.Kay.Steffy Жыл бұрын

This is one of the BEST interviews I have ever watched. Such wise wisdom and so timely for all times.

@GINASUMMERS1 Жыл бұрын

MY FAVORITE LADIES!!!!! THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH!!!

@NovaScotiaLobster1 Жыл бұрын

I lost my mother at a young age, now that I have my own family I truly appreciate these videos.

@katel9378 Жыл бұрын

Mary! She's the best!! I learned so much from her. Thanks for featuring her.

@justjenn9011 Жыл бұрын

I was blessed, i had a great grandma that i was always around as a child. We were always over her house and always in the garden and kitchen with her. She truly taught me how to do so much, and I'm thankful for that. We can learn alot off of the older generations. We just have to be willing to listen and learn.

@justjenn9011 Жыл бұрын

She just passed this past year. She was 99. Thats a very full, and long life.

@sky.the.infinite Жыл бұрын

@@justjenn9011 my condolences, may she be at peace... ✨🙏🏽✨ Are there any helpful lessons or skills you'd like to share that you learned from her?

@ericagaertner3088 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful conversation! My Mom used to tell me that "you can always find someone worse off then yourself"- I HATED that as a teenager but man, those are wise words as I have grow into an adult! I am SO BLESSED to have really KNOWN many of my greats/grands- Great Gramma Annie and her sister, my Great Aunt Edith (who was a single, world-traveling, one-room schoolhouse teacher who actually helped us kids when Mom was homeschooling us), Great Grampa Denny and 2 of his brothers, Great Uncle Vern (and his Wife Aunt Mable) and Great Uncle Vernon (and his wife Aunt Ruth who just passed about 4 years ago). I know many people my age who barely knew their own grandparents, let alone so many greats! Their character, wisdom and life experiences have profoundly influenced my life and I am re-introducing their teachings to my kitchen and family. So much practical and homesteading tasks and tips were taught when I was young, it's time to USE them to bless others!

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Erica, wow! How true!! So many young people have not had the opportunity to talk to older people…or worse…they dismiss them. I remember a conversation my dad had with a young man. My dad talked to him about what it meant to be a man and how important it was to work hard. After the conversation, the young man looked at me and said…wow…no one has ever spoke to me like that. And he meant it in a good way. Young people need to hear these messages. Love, Mary

@cbass2755 Жыл бұрын

Mary!! How nice you had her on your show…♥️ Great video Ladies!!

@nancyharden7409 Жыл бұрын

So much joy in this! Thank you, both of you, for the loving encouragement.

@MarysNest Жыл бұрын

Hi Nancy, thank you! Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

@traciebecker6669 Жыл бұрын

My Mom 23 was 5 years older than my Dad 18. They were married early 40s. I don't feel so much worried as I do a call to action. Taking action, being busy and prepared reduces stress and worry. I am optimistic that God is in control.

@ca4196 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mary! Wow what a treat. I am a new subscriber to homestead family but I’ve been with Mary for a long long time. Great video, I learned a few things that have nothing to do with cooking. I different way to look at things. Looking forward to more of your videos!

@LB-vl3qn Жыл бұрын

God is in His heaven and all's right with the world. I still say this, as did my Italian mother and hers before her, and hers before her. It's a good reminder that we're not the ones in control, so no need to shoulder all the troubles of the world. Thanks to both of you for giving easy, solid advice we can all take. ~ LIsa

@rebeccaknudsen6190 Жыл бұрын

In my freshman year of high school, my home economics teacher worked her way through college in a pineapple canning factory. The only difference between them is the labels. Same exact fruit, different labels. Brand loyalty you're paying for advertising. Love you ladies both! Teaching the world one podcast at a time!

@homesanctuaryliving Жыл бұрын

Yup! My mom worked her way through college working at a green bean factory. She said the same exact thing.

@kellierobison9743 Жыл бұрын

I just love Mary. She always adds so much confidence to her viewers.

@marsha1310 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like your mom and dad placed their trust in the Lord ❤ So much wisdom in our elders.

@NDCntrygrl Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you, ladies! 👍

@francinelarsen3303 Жыл бұрын

I'm a longtime listener of Mary! She's absolutely wonderful. I've learned so much about bone broths from Mary. Sending love and prayers to Mom, who was right all along.

@kathybratton4997 Жыл бұрын

2 of my favorite people! Thank you so much Caroline for inviting Mary here today. My family is Hungarian and my grandma and mom both cooked those wonderful old world dishes. We didn't eat out very often. Why would we when what we got at home from our farm and garden was so much better?

@karenw9996 Жыл бұрын

Cutest response I got, when I had my great-niece over for a meal, "Mmmm, you're a good cook! I took just a little bite at first because I didn't know if I'd like it, but this is good!" Now she's a mom to two little boys...time goes by so quickly!

@brandyschwartz5387 6 ай бұрын

You hit the nail on the head Mary! Got created us to work! I tell my kids this all the time! I can tell you, since I started homesteading 3 years ago, my emotional health is so much improved! I am always busy, being productive, and feel like I have a purpose, other than "momming", which i do love 😊

@mamushka2078 Жыл бұрын

Iv been following Mary for about 3 years now. She has such a calming presence and has a wealth of knowledge and information 💜

@sweaterdoll Жыл бұрын

Lovely to see you together. I've been cooking and feeding my family (kids are grown now) like my Depression-era grandmother taught me to. Very simply. Food was never entertainment in our home. It was filling, tasty, but not terribly trendy. Baked beans wasn't a staple food until I met my Aussie husband. They eat baked beans on toast all the time.

@tanarehbein7768 Жыл бұрын

One of your best pantry chats. I've loved Mary's Nest for years. This practical mind, body, spirit connection is so healthy and necessary to pass on for personal and community health ❣️

@lenacastaneda4896 Жыл бұрын

Caroline and Mary❣ What a blessing to watch this, I admire you two so much❤

@thesimplelifewife3 Жыл бұрын

Your talk with Mary really eased my mind about not being able to buy all Pasture-raised, organic, etc. Thank you!

@metrosteadingmomma7582 Жыл бұрын

Mary covers making sourdough starter last weeks without feeding again for weeks because it’s stored in fridge.

@deborahfrancisco1279 Жыл бұрын

Delightful Conversation fulled with Hope. Praise The Lord for ladies of Faith who are bringing basic foundations of what God gave us in His provision. God Bless You Both. 💖

@Hummingbirdhillhmstd Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing Mrs. Mary with all your followers. She is the sweetest soul and always gives value to anyone who has the privilege to listen. One of my favorites! ❤

@suzanneeckstein13 Жыл бұрын

My two favorite ladies in one video

@LHeatherBarrera Жыл бұрын

This interview is such a blessing. I have stressed myself out over everything having to be organic and pastured raised, such an important message on just focusing on whole foods. Thank y'all for your wisdom and grace 💕

@susanpoole129 Жыл бұрын

Last week we took two turkeys out of the freezer and deboned them and canned them...then took the bones and put them in a cooker with onion, carrots, celery and ginger and cooked them for a couple of days and made a wonderful bone broth...then took the meat and veggies, added some cooked rice and canned that as dog food....we were so encouraged by that whole process.

@HomesteadingFamily Жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@stiekamp3912 Жыл бұрын

I loved listening to all of the stories. I greatly appreciate that I got to grow up with some of the older generations (I'm 38). My paternal grandmother lived through both world wars and the great depression. I adored helping her in the kitchen and learning things like making sauerkraut. We've slowly been returning to a more traditional diet, although it's been a little tough sometimes with explaining why we're no longer buying/eating certain things. At this point, it's mostly the snacky type things that are being phased out.

@lynneanderson8643 Жыл бұрын

Such a great message from two of my favorite people! Thank you so much.

@MaryBornforHealth Жыл бұрын

This is such a good video! One thing that the younger generation is going through is compounded fear. Fear from not only, the political environment, and the chemical toxins, but also, fear of each other. Shootings and rape; the constant rule changing of what you can say and what you can't. If they don't come from a home of stability, they buy into all these fears. I've been watching Mary for a couple of years and one thing that sticks in my mind is she is always talking about, "My Sweet Husband" and "My Wonderful Son". Love for each other oozes from them and they aren't ashamed to share that love on screen. I feel so sad for those people who grow up in an environment of anger, fear, blame, and all the other negative emotions many people experience. My husband and I are Octagenarians and we aren't afraid to hug each other many times a day even if other people are present. There needs to be more understanding and love and forget about being afraid to hug.

@ToryE1959 Жыл бұрын

This was the BEST VIDEOS I have watched in ages! I needed this reasonable, logical advice. I watch and love both of you ladies and your channels. This format of chitchat was refreshing, thank you both ❤️❤️

@jerseybeecrazy8492 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for having Mary on the show , she is such a gem

@Mama2Many82 Жыл бұрын

Two of my favorites together! 🙌🏻💗

@carrieosborn2185 Жыл бұрын

Love You both. Smart ladies with wise stories of coming back to natural whole foods, sweating for health, stretching the budgets, and trying new things. Great stories, thanks for the chat!

@beckyparker5236 Жыл бұрын

God bless you both. Two of my favorite ladies together in the same video. 🤗 Thank you both for allowing us all to be a part of this wonderful conversation. You have both brightened my day on more than one occasion. I SO needed a good sit down with a great friend this morning and this talk hit the mark. I'm so grateful to be apart of your community 😊 God is most definitely working through you both. Thank you. God bless you and yours 💞

@emilydoerr1516 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this interview. You both are delightful! Work as prayer is definitely speaking my language.

@vaughanfamily2075 Жыл бұрын

This was a great interview. I didn’t know much about Mary’s Nest before this, but I will go check out her KZfaq channel… and I’m going to try to stay positive and eat traditionally. Thanks!

@jackiedotson5804 Жыл бұрын

I already follow both of you. Love both of you and what you each share with us on an ongoing basis. Together you make a great team. I hope you both do this again soon. 💕🙏

@rebeccagraba7671 Жыл бұрын

That was wonderful! Love you both!

@rachelseibert7882 Жыл бұрын

Such an excellent show, thank you so much!

@EmeryShae Жыл бұрын

Mary is always so lovely. Thanks for having her on!

@wayneclarke1727 Жыл бұрын

Such a believer !! Can't stop giggling and smiling! I'm only 62 and getting better!

@meska3 Жыл бұрын

Great video, just love Mary and her channel. In this crazy world, Mary makes her channel a good place to focus. Thank you ladies.

@edifying Жыл бұрын

Two of my favorite gals. Have learned a great deal from both of them.

@Birddog4843 Жыл бұрын

My grandparents came here from Europe..my parents lived threw the depression..dad in NJ, his family sometimes went to bed without dinner..mom in nyc..were somewhat better off...Mary your stories sounded so familiar to me..few years ago I stopped eating processed foods..I can cook chicken 50 different ways.!!.I make everything from scratch...it doesnt take that long...thank you both for a very down to earth video..

@Maddy_might Жыл бұрын

Love both of you. What a wonderful chat!

@kathyb8540 Жыл бұрын

Loved listening to you to ladies this morning. I’ve been living in fear for my children and grandchildren. This video helped a lot . Blessings to you ladies

@eclecticbasil Жыл бұрын

How awesome! Two of my favorite channels together!

@rspranchinmontana Жыл бұрын

I have followed both of you for a long time now. Thank you BOTH for such encouragement and bringing joy along the way to learning all the old skills we all need. Blessings to you both!

@HomesteadingFamily Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@deanneidholt1635 Жыл бұрын

What a great discussion from 2 of my favorite ladies..sometimes we need to take a deep breath and use some common sense..thanks ..I am a young man of 70 years growing in Texas