boss man used his climbing skills to get on that fallen tree. a father having to save his entire family can be a unstoppable force. thanks EM n JADE for sharing these personal incidents and windows into your lives.

You Know, your story tells the love a father has for his family! Don't ever forget that, even when you get mad at him. Thanks for sharing. Happy Milling

Your Dad, "the boss", seems to be a man of few words but with a determination to protect his family by any means necessary. You two may not realize it yet but that determination lives in both of you too. Your work ethic is just the tip of that iceberg.

Amazing and powerful story. Thanks for sharing.

I remember that year and the years after. Bridges were out and working in the affected areas was a nightmare. The company I work for worked on the cleanup. It was the first time I had seen flood damage on tops of mountains. The story you tell about what you Dad did was heroic! The determination of saving one’s family is a force of nature.

God Bless You and your DAD!

You’re dad is a remarkable man, without friends and family we have a difficult road

Give God the praise for giving your dad the courage and determination to save his family.

Family is everything…never forget

WOW what a story, what a hero your dad is. Glad you made it.

The sermon on the mount, Matthew 7:7-14, Jeremiah 31:3, Psalms 57:2, Psalms 91 ,. I have learned that there is nothing a dad loves, and there is nothing a mom loves more than their children. Psalms 91, Romans 8:37-39. Deuteronomy 28, Mark 10:17-27, Matthew 5:17, Luke 6:46.

God is amazing! Your family continues to be blessed because of your faith!

Fascinating, inspiring, and terrifying. Your family is made of some very tough stock. American spirit through and through.

Floods are very scary events. The force of raging waters is unmeasurable, in a blink you could disappear. Very well narrated, thanks for the opportunity to see this disaster through your eyes.

Hi Emerald and Jade, a horrific story, and you were both clearly emotional while telling it......Tears don't easily come to my eyes as i get older, but they did on this occasion.........I'm so happy that you all got through this disaster safely......Your dad is truly a hero........Stay well. 😘

You ladies are the dream an old man desires for his grandchildren; hard workers and engineers in your trade. As an old woodworker and cabinetmaker, I enjoy your videos of the sawmill and your hard work cutting lumber. You make your parents proud. Thank you and happy new year and prosperous 2022.

Family is everything. Shalom.

His faith in God helped him find the way. You have an awesome dad!

I lived through a flood back in 1973 when I was 16 years old. At that time my family lived 4 miles from the Mississippi River. We ended up with 18 inches of muddy water in our house which doesn't sound like all that much compared with your experience but still did a lot of damage and required a total remodel of our house. While you were telling your story it brought up a bunch of old memories of the things I experienced during my disaster. As you said, water is extremely powerful and dangerous, and a flood not only does unbelievable damage but can take lives, livelihoods, and shatters your emotional well-being. Being faced with your mortality can certainly change your life. I too, remember the "smell." We began cleanup at our house by mopping the floor with bleach and then just hosing out all of the mud (I bet we did that 20 or more times). I don't think the smell ever fully went away and we took every wall to the studs in the remodel. Life is precious, and your story proves how much your dad values each member of your family. Don't ever doubt his love, you saw it on full display that night. Tragedy has a way of drawing families and communities together. I could tell you story after story of things that took place during that time in my life as I'm sure you can regarding this event in your lives. This has obviously made you stronger women and strengthened the bond of love in your family. I pray that God will continue to bless your lives as you will obviously continue to grow to become exceptional young women.

Thank you for the frank and heartfelt story of some of your family’s history. This is what makes us stronger and the family bond stable. I have, in the past, marvelled at the apparent strength of the family unit that is visible in your videos, but now I see, partly at least, where this originates. You are all survivors and much stronger people than some of the “princesses” I see sometimes. Heroes one and all!😁👍🏆

Wow! That must have been very traumatic for you all. Well done for sticking to the task and coming through it. Your dad sounds like he fought like a lion to save you all.

Your Father is a great Man and Leader and all of You are Gifted for what You went thru. That was quite a story and would be a great movie. My heart goes out to all of You

A really moving story. You are real heroes. Greetings from Germany.

your dad did what a father should have done! Family is all there is at times like that! your parents did what they should have done and they loved you so very much they would have gave their lives that night! God Bless them and you!

I took me 3 times to watch this video it brought back scary memories to me, I survived being trapped underwater in my car in 1982. I tried twice to get out, water was filling the inside of the car up, I put my head down and said Lord help, my next conscious thought was that I was walking through water. I went to my friends house and he and his dad went to the scene and found my car 150 down the road with all windows up and all doors locked. Devine intervention? I'm glad you all made it out ok. Brian

Thanks ladies! Incredible story of survival and perseverance! Glad y’all came through it 🥰

I understand your Dad's unstoppable determination. A man's family is his soul and no father would not give his last breath for that family he holds dear. This I know because I had to literally carry my 3 year old daughter out of the midst of a devastating cat 3 tornado and my only direction was dependence on God.. though much was lost, my daughter as well as myself were safe with just minor injuries. It truly doesn't matter to me what others think, Jesus has given us an inestimable gift by having access to God Himself through himself. I believe that is what kept and protected me and my young daughter, and as I reckon that is what gave your Dad the strength and direction to get you guys out.... As we may be father's to our children, then so is God to us... Matthew 7... Vaelin

Wow you guys! Thats just incredible! Someone was defiantly looking out for your family! Your dad had amazing courage!

As the saying goes, “what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger “. Thank you for sharing this with all of us out here in the ether. May God bless you and your family.

Emerald looks the same , but Jade looks so young in this video. I bet Dad was livid, his wife and kids in danger. You young ladies are full of surprises, I am so happy the family made it out together and safe.

I know I'm late to this video, but that was very touching. I could tell how much it affected your young lives and how absolutely determined your parents were in saving you. Oddly, I grew up just north of where you are and lived through a flood when the Tioga (PA) and Chemung (NY) rivers flooded. Lived in a church evacuation center for 8-days and my mother the RN would take the people the National Guard flights would bring in and check them out. I spent an entire summer helping clean up the area. That smell you described is still etched in my psyche and always will be...

Very powerful stuff, Americans need to get back together and stop fighting and start remembering who we are , forget politics and hate , we are survivors ! Never quit !

What an amazing story!! A life changing experience and one which required great courage and strength!! You have incredible parents!!

Disaster preparedness is a REAL thing that we have forgotten. Everyone should have a plan for the top 3 MOST LIKELY natural disasters . ALWAYS keep multiple flashlights and extra batteries in every vehicle. I have a headlamp that will provide light for 4 hours on high. 6 hours on low. Every vehicle should have a backpack with one or two MREs, multiple ways to start fires, spare wool socks, and a lifestraw or sawyer water filter. Also a handfull of mylar blankets. Less than $2 each at walmart. Glad y'all made it out.

Until you have lost everything except what’s on your back !! It’s hard to explain it to someone else I know from experience and hear that in your voice as you tell the story!!! You are truly blessed and you know it !!

Love that everything turned out for the best, God always has a plan

You made me cry. You are completely right in saying that no one that hasn't gone through this will truly understand.

That's was incredible, your dad, a dad and hero, you all are blessed.

My gosh thanks for sharing your story. Your dad is an incredible man and so are you two and your mom. You made me very emotional

Thank you for sharing this story. Happy New Year to you and your family!

I am north of you in New York State. I lost my home in that 2011 flood. Water reached 4 feet shy of the roof. So I understand clearly the challenge you went through. Fortunately I got to high ground in time. My house was 85 years old and had never been touched by flood prior to my buying it in 2004.

My goodness ladies this certainly is a powerful life changing event. Your dad is an honest hero who put his family first. I’m a little old man and I teared up. You two will be brave for your own families someday.

What a remarkable story. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes for 2022 xx

As a father I know how rare it is to have a first hand story of tragedy like this told from his children's point of view. Your story from your point of view is rare and priceless, a treasure to preserve for future generations.

Amazing story of an amazing family . You're strong work ethic will take you far in life . God Bless you and your family .

What an amazing story! Thank you for sharing!!

That’s a very touching story. Your father is a good man with amazing determination. Glad y’all survived that flooding storm.

WOW 🙏🏻 THANK GOD YOU MADE IT AND ARE HERE TO TALK ABOUT IT AMEN 🙏🏻

i sure loved hearing about your dad. he sounds like the kind of man the rest of us can respect and admire. he is a blessing to your family. i can hear how much you appreciate him, and i bet all of you make sure he is aware of that. good for you, (all) and God bless. God, family, country.

That feeling you had when you saw the light of the hunting cabin, never let it go... Happy New Year!

Your telling of your story was so compelling it keep me on the edge of my seat. Thank you for giving us a look into your situation.

Speechless, what an amazing video fro you girls.It’s wonderful that you are all hear today to tell the story.Hope you all have a great 2022,Take care you,stay safe and healthy🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧👍

Great story.Made me cry.Your mom and dad are the true hero,s.What a parent will go through for our children has no limits.It makes one appreciate them even more.

Thank you ladies for sharing your personal experiences with us, you have a wonderful family!! Soooo glad you all made it!! What doesn't kill you makes you STONGER!! God bless and happy new years 🙏 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡👌💪👍👍🌲🌳

Wow! Great job of telling a gut wrenching story of survival. Your parents are extraordinary! Your dad put his life on the line to save his family. It's obvious you two have the same core values.

This story was heart felt. It made me tear up a bit. Thank god you were saved. Thank you for sharing.

That's amazing and miraculous. Being a parent and grandparent I can feel the sheer terror ur Mom and Dad were dealing with. I know these kind of things cannot be explained as to what it does to those who survive it together. I know it to be an undeniable, unconditional lifelong bond. You guys have a wonderful family and its fantastic to see the ethos of your love. The glowing plants were gifts from above.

Thank you for sharing your story with us!! I’m sure it wasn’t easy!!! I’m so sorry you all went through that, but, also very happy that you made it through, and, are now thriving!! I can’t hardly wait to hear the rest of this journey.

Happy New Year! It sounds like the boat was to small. Your dad is a smart man. Going a tough route to be safe isn't fun but it kept the family safe. Give him a few extra hugs. He earned them. May God continue to bless your family.

So glad you all made it through. What an awesome story.

So sorry you experienced that. I'll bet it bonded you even tighter as a family. You mentioned praying to God. I hope you thank him that your lives were spared. Love your family.

Such an incredible story! Thanks for sharing it.

I can tell you from my own life, when crisis come and there is no way out, God always makes a way and He is always with me when these things happen. May God bless your family and keep you safe.

A father love never stops,mother love is forever

An incredible story. Thank you for sharing.

The bravery, fortitude & greatness of your family is admirable & impressive. Thank you for sharing this epic story of your very difficult experience that made you stronger & more determined to be very successful.

Wow. Powerful. Thank you for sharing! Family, friends and community. That's what keeps our Nation going. Always. I'm looking forward to the next video! Very inspirational.

The "Boss Man" is a Father and a Man. He would give his life to save his family and never even think about it. At times like this you just have to trust him. Respect. (and you all made it possible)

Thanks for sharing and God bless you and yours.

That story was amazing. Definition of family right there. Your dad is an amazing man, he may be moody and you might not be able to ask him questions until the end of the day but he is always looking out for your family. Really happy you guys are alive! I can’t get over that and how that must of felt especially your mom with a one year old. God bless you guys and I’m so excited to meet you!

You girls did a fantastic job on that story. Thanks for sharing this.

For his family, a father will continue on until he has gotten all to safety. God Bless Bossman and his wonderful family. The Lord stepped in and kept pushing him to go on.

Our house was nearly flooded in the summer of '21. We had 6 inches of rain fall in about 4 hours. We were very glad when the water started to recede. We know that the folks an hour or two to the southeast of us in SE Kentucky had their flood this year '22. The power of the water is frightening. Our only damage was some washed-out ground in our garden, and it did some minor damage to our AC Heat pump. We thanked GOD that it was no worse than it was. A family from our church had 2' of water in their house last year. We know that stuff can be replaced, but people can't.

Thank you girls. So greatful to hear this story

Glad you guys made it. Glad you realize how lucky you are. Brave ladies and family.

A great story. Makes me appreciate all of you more. Thank God.

Im so glad you're all here and well today! I'm from middle NY but every year I go up to Sonestown PA for a bday trout fishing party for my buddy..and Ive seen the damage those floods can do..whole bridges and even homes washed away. You're dad is incredible, hope you guys sell firewood bundles! I would love to buy one for my buddies cabin

Not going into details here but our families are so much alike it's unreal. Blessings to all of you.

This video is the reason I have so much respect for the Boss. What an incredible life story.

Thanks for sharing this story,intresting to hear but scary. So glad it all went well , love your videos keep on posting.

I really enjoy your videos and while I don't know you, I am proud of you for doing what you do. I've always loved working with wood and it's great to see a younger generation taking such an active/hands on interest...actually milling lumber. Keep up the great work!

This is a wild story..thanks for sharing!..as a man you would not do what you know you can't do..props to your amazing father and family!!

Know and lived your story well. Live in Johnstown Pa. South west of you. Famous for three floods here that destroyed about everything. Your so right on how you never know unless you’ve been in it. And after the shock settles, the real work starts of cleaning and rebuilding. Had to chuckle about the smell of flood mud. Still get the shivers if I get a hint of it. So glad your all safe and strong. Bob in Johnstown

Wow ! God Blessed you through your Dad and Mom

Thanks for sharing this difficult but inspiring life event.

God Bless you. I'm so happy everyone's ok. It would make a great movie lol. You had me in tears.

WOW, I can't imagine how terrifying that had to be. My area just had a 100 year flood on 8/17/21 in Haywood county nc. 100's of homes washed away. 6 lives lost. Can't wait to hear the rest of the story. Thanks for sharing.

you all must be so proud of your dad and mom. As a dad myself, I can only imagine the thoughts going through his mind trying to be protector of his family. One day when you have a child you will understand the love that a parent has for their children. To me it is indescribable but infinite yet undeniable. God bless and Merry Christmas!

Thanks for sharing your stories. I was wondering about the rain there in "meet the team" video. Keep up the great work y'all. The first time I saw the phosphorous moss was in Tennessee it was in a thick, high canopy forest. It gets really dark even when it's not raining. If you fortunate on one of your vacations at the beach you can experience tiny phosphorous baby jelly fish, the size of peas. Swimming at night with those glowing jellies is like living out some fantastic story book. Thanks again for bringing sunshine. Cheers!

Wow! What an experience. Glad you all made it out safely.

Glad you all survived, good you have friends and family that helped you

This was a video we missed. Praise The Lord that you all made it through! My wife Julie and I love watching your videos...we love to watch wholesome videos that feature family businesses and homestead operations. We love your work ethic and how the family works together. God Bless!

Thanks for the story, another testimony of your family's endurance and faith in God.

Be happy! Continue to grow!

On July 31, 1987 I was 9 years old and the city of Edmonton experienced an F4 tornado. The day would be immortalized in Edmonton history as "Black Friday". The day started off exceptionally warm, but the storm clouds grew in the afternoon. The skies were ominous and dark. My dad sprung into action, and packed us into the car.....and we headed to the nearest liquor store. A truly heroic and selfless act. In all seriousness, we weren't in danger in our home, despite the massive softball sized hail pelting our neighbourhood. I'm lucky enough to have the most amazing wonderful and amazing father, who I try to be like in everything I do. I am so happy for families that have fathers that love and support their families. I count my blessings often, and I'm glad you do the same. Thank you for sharing your story.

Your story is a Wonderful Testimony of love and survival. Thank you for sharing it with us. May Gods Peace be with You and Yours Always!!!

I echo what others have written. Powerful, powerful story. I commend the bravery of your young selves. Thank you for sharing.

When you have challenges in your future lives remember that you both have your Mother's and Father's strength and judgement in you.

I've only watched a few of your videos and am inspired by your story telling abilities and your impressive knowledge of the business you are in. Thank you for your professional looking video work and keep it up. This video in particular is quite moving and emotive. It sounds like your family is very LOVING and I can tell you know that LOVE is always the answer. PEACE, LOVE, & SAFETY to all.

Thank you for sharing.