Your son took that cold like an absolute BEAST! Well done

Been a single father of four boys past ten years. Lots of stress. Two are now living out on own. Wish I had made more yes moments. Good job y’all!

No one ever said, “I wish we built a smaller barn.” Bigger IS better if you can afford it. Loved seeing the whole family in the cold. Great memories for them! ❤

I found your guys' channel before you moved to Idaho when I was still single. Now I'm married to the most amazing man and will be moving to Northern Idaho ourselves next year and building our own home ❤️

So happy to see your dog looking so perky. Glad his health has improved so much.

Definitely need a tutorial on the growing of the micro greens!

So wonderful!!! And it’s nice to see Kenji looking like he’s feeling good! Love the episode!!!

I’m with Jeremy on the barn size; go as big as you can.

I agree with Jeremy on the bigger barn. You'll never regret the space

I love it when couples work together. Soooo sweet to watch you work.

Always say YES,when my daughter (now 37) reminds me of things I did such as borrowing the neighbors tent to camp out in backyard one spontaneous night,it brings joy to my heart to know it was the littlest of things she remembers and loves to tell ❤

Ahhhhh my heart is singing. I adore the way you “play fight” the little touches of intimacy, the “having a go” out in the cold. Your kids will remember, I have no doubt about that. Mother Nature continuously provides the most magical skies. What a dream! The bonding between the boys is wonderful. Thank you Souza family ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

You are absolutely right Melissa. I can testify that I said no too many times and now the opportunity has gone and I look back and wish I had said yes. It makes me sad. The fact that you are self-aware enough to appreciate that before the time has passed does make me happy.

Beautiful photography!! Snow falling - animals in the snow - horses, sheep, cats (on posts - in bushes) - Kenji - sunset behind the house - beautiful! Love everybody out in the cold in swimsuits - then in the hot tub, snowing. Great video. Bless you guys (ps- the paint roller duel cracked me up!)

You all have always been such a breath of fresh air…with all this craziness going on around us, your videos have always put a smile on my face. I always think back to when our four kids were little and the adventures we had or just the day to day things…how I miss it all. Our son moved out a month ago and we are officially empty-nesters. However, I don’t feel too sad because my son and I work in the ER at the same hospital and he just seems to know when I need a hug and he doesn’t care who’s around. Lol. Anyway…I truly enjoy your videos. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. God bless 🥰

Kaimani is so calm. It’s so much fun that you share your happy lives. ❤️

TO SAY TIME IS FLEETING wait until you get into your 70s . I can not believe that I have been retired for 9 years ; that I have been a widower for almost 4 years and that I existed on my own for all that time. The weeks stampede ahead relentlessly and continue to allow me to recall all the past times is remarkable and to still remember them awesome . Looking forward to the next decade to be overwhelmed by the time that I still have available. My motto is to live each day my way regardless of the either over whelming amount I do or the least amount of activities . It is my choice and I live by it

I would do an effort to build a bigger barn....but you know what you can afford 🤷🏼‍♀️ Congratulations Kaimani! He is so calm standing in the cold ❄️🥶 I love to see the animals so happy and free....

That weather! Melissa, I’m so impressed with your trek into the cold! Yes, the kids will remember and cherish every weird and silly experience with you and Jeremy. The “no” is necessary in parenting but the “yes” is joy and laughter. Y’all are aware of the balance and intentional. My Saturday has officially started now that I’ve seen this❤

So much fun! I was freezing just watching you crazy people (wonderful but definitely a little crazy) shivering in the cold 🥶 You will probably be glad later if you build the bigger barn team Jeremy on this one 👍

I started watching yall when Daniel Arms told us about the journey you were starting. I still get excited everytime I get a notification! Thank you for sharing your journey! God bless your family!❤️

You all have such a beautiful loving bond with each other. It touches my heart. Your children are so much fun to watch. The clips of your property and animals are so enjoyable. It looks like such an amazing place to live. ❤

Watching Jeremy tell his son how impressed with how far they have come in a few days really touched me. I am a single dad raising a young man on my own and it just really touched me, and you are right Jeremy , he is definitely handling it better than you. Thank you for the videos, they are great

When it comes to horses...and barns, bigger is better. You will appreciate the extra space to be used as grain room, tack room, hay room whatever. You never regret going bigger but you will regret going smaller

Good Saturday morning from southwest Washington to north Idaho. So thankful that we aren’t having snow like you are over there. Heavenly sunshine this morning here! I just have to tell you that I think your photography ability is fantastic. I so love the pictures you capture. It’s been such a delight to watch you build your lovely home and see the children grow into such beautiful kids. You two have so much love to give and it is so refreshing. Have a delightful week ahead and hopefully, some sunshine. God bless you and your family.

Watching you guys always leaves me with a smile. Yes, make time for the kids now, they grow up way too fast.

Great job on the pump house!! Lots of good stuff this week, n , you all are awesome!!! Thanks!! 👍🐺🧙‍♂️

Kenji is looking better, bless him. Another fantastic watch, keep up the great job in adverse weather... girl, you so brave being in it!!!!

More gardening videos and how you grow your sprouts please! Love you guys!

Day by Day what great accomplishments and making memories ❤🎉❤thank you for sharing your journey with us all❤

Just love you all so much! That Jeremy and the boys stand outside in the freezing cold...then coax two girls to do it with them, is so amazing! The unity of family intentions❤❤❤❤ The pump house is taking shape and will be, also, a unifying structure on your land and in your family🌈💚💙💛 See ya next time👋👋👋👋

Your horses are living the dream!

How's your dog doing? I hope he's doing great! Love the channel! Thanks....

Cat on the fence post was so funny to see! Love enjoying your family! God bless you each and everyone!

The wheatgrass, I juiced so the fiber was out of the grass. My feral cats love the fresh wheatgrass. If ivwantedcthecgiber, I dehydrated , pulverized, then added to water to drink.

Well you can only do what you can. There's a lot more moisture headed your way, there are areas in California now seeing 50 feet plus of snow and there running out of places to put it. The fact that you grow micro green is really delicious, and easy. They also have seed which can be grown as feed for live stock as well. The cold and hot treatments is really good for your circulatory system , and other benefits. Have a good week and God bless amen.

Hey guys it was great to see Kenji in this video, up and about and supervising Jeremy's work, lol 😆 The horses playing in the snow was beautiful to watch, lambs warm with all their wool. Rabbits comfortable as always.. and finally the shed, Great job guys... That snow falling on the property looks awesome...I'm glad you said YES Mellisa, the kids looked happy you braved the cold ❄️🥶 as well... Lol 😆 hahaha in the Hot tub? 🤪 That looked like fun 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.

Yall are brave souls to do cold exposure. Your kids are going to have so many fun memories to reminisce. Togetherness and support are valuable experiences for young children. They will always remember it.❤❤❤❤

You are So Right Melissa!! God Bless You and Your Sweet Family!! Have a Wonderful Week!! 🌹😊❤

Good morning! I'm so glad to be here on Guam, sunny all year round. I'm freezing just watching you guys. Holy moly. Thanks for sharing. Hafa adai and love from the island of Guam 🌴❤🌴

Good morning! What a crazy winter we are having. Love watching every Saturday morning ❤ and I love your closing comments. I teared up today.

Amazing scenery!!! Love the cats !! And Manny but most of all you guys!! A very lovely Family!! Happy spring!!🌿🌼🌷(I love the snow)

Just look at your subscriber numbers. I believe by July 1 you will reach 500k or beyond. Just think what can be done for the cancer programs. It's nice to see things getting button up. Everything is coming together. In regards to the barn, 60w x 40d makes sense to put an arena area in the back or side for the horses and other livestock when needed. You could always build runs off the side towards the pasture. Add a lean for hay on the other side. Idaho in some parts don't melt until May. Enjoy the snow. Should help with crops come drought and heat. Stay warm and safe

OMGoodness! Another inspiring video! I have a question for Melissa: are you trained in the arts? The filming of the project, the lovely antics of the family, the animal closeups, the scenery, the skyline, the music, your shared wisdom (at 80 your words--2.5 yrs gone in the blink of an eye) are sooo true! Your wisdom at such an early age is profound as well as to have a partner who supports you,gives you nourishment ❤, and is every bit a soulmate is most encouraging, I believe, for all your followers. Oops, sorry for this tome however my gratitude needed to be expressed! 😊❤

This vlog reminds me of my own childhood memories. Nothing beats good memories with your family. When things get rough, you have something to look back on and that would inspire you more to make more good memories with your family.

Your lambs have the BEST faces. Loved how the one gently pushed the rabbit out of the way. 🐑 🐇

It’s so nice to see the animals and I cannot believe you did the cold thing wow your crazy and being in the hot tub in the snow lol I love the fact you’ve started growing your own whatever that can be and yr keeping up with the tea the pump house is coming together I cannot get my head around the cold thing lol you caved in Melissa and I think the house looks beautiful and it’s great you all do things together that in years to come you will remember and laugh about how crazy you all was as always a great episode I look forwards to next weeks much love from tenerife❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Hi Y'all Go with the larger barn. No Regrets! Nevaeh we didn't see you in this video until the hot tub was open????? All your pets and animals are looking great. Kenji just loves to be with you no matter how cold it is. I love the cats on the fence posts, the horses rolling in the snow and the sheep pushing the rabbit away from the hay so he could eat it. The whole video is Priceless!

New builds are always exciting, but you guys seem to never get enough! I love those YES moments. Enjoy! 💙💙❄❄

So so happy you all are doing well. I love seeing the doggie wanting out of the cold. So cute. And the sheep nudging the bunny. The kids grow fast. Mine are adults. I don't know where the time goes teaching my youngest to drive. Wow.

Jeremy and Melissa, your little ones are so wild with adventure and wonder. Good for you, ❤❤❤❤.

Love your animal kingdom. Of course, Kenji and Manny are two rock stars among your fur/wool babies. I always leave my shop a little early on Saturday to see if you guys have posted anything. Thank you so much for sharing your good simple living. I really need this in my life. It keeps my ol' battery charged.

Watching you and the family is so refreshing. Can just about feel the love and respect your family shows and gives. I enjoy watching your videos and seeing the animals, watching your property all come together and reminding us how precious our children are

So fun to see you all braving the cold! Your family brings me such joy watching your videos! Thank you all so much, have a blessed day!😊

Hello! Excited for todays video. Best thing about Saturday.

Good on you Melissa! Getting out there in the freezing cold with the family was the best part of this video! A special hello to Eli! God bless you all.

We got hammered with snow where I live I live outside of Buffalo ny up pretty high elevation.Love your animals they always put a smile on my face I am so glad your dog made another year he looks better than ever and seems very happy.All of them are very blessed to have you as mommy and daddy.

I love seeing how you value your family in so many ways.

March is the perfect time to take a little two week break from the Idaho winter snow guy's, you're only a couple of states away from warm and sunny Havasu Arizona 🙂

Your both fantastic parents 👍👍. The kids will all have lots to look back on. 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦

Love to see you guys moving forward with your builds! And most importantly the time you are spending with your children. Is one of the songs you have playing Neva’s?

Amazing family time. Dedication to yourselves. Weather geo-engineered coming out soon. So grateful you all are out where you are. Blessings. Truth bombs coming. We are in the STORM. Wakey wakey. 🙏❤️🇺🇸💥💥💥

Truth and wisdom spoken, thank you Melissa🥰

Just love spending time you all hope your warmer weather starts soonx

Another great video. Love how there's everyone involved from you and Jeremy to your kids and animals.

I love how you value family! I love your place and how you do so much together! Love and Prayers Always

Love animal shots. Great to see the puppy with the orange cat.

Look at that young man! He handled that cold like a champ!!!

Kaimani is turning into a bit of a beast isn’t he??? Very impressed with you guys! I had to chase a rock out of the bottom of my unheated pool last week and thought I was gonna die after about 45 seconds 😂. Gotta admit, it did feel kinda good after!!!

Doing it right guys,the memories last!!Great job!

Big difference on pump house, looking good. Go mom on saying Yes to special moments w/kids. 👏🏻👍 Even though it’s cold, looks so beautiful/clean w/fresh snow. Always wishing Abundant Blessings for the Sousa family🙏🏻🤗💜

Good for you, on being in the moment!!! Bravo 👏 👏 👏

You are great parents and a great family to live like you do. Love your life.

I always want to ty for sharing your family with us. With the world as crazy as it is it’s so refreshing to see a family that despite it all remains strong together. I wish every parent in the world would watch and learn from u. You’re teaching your children valuable life skills and how to be amazing productive humans. Melissa your clarity is so awe inspiring …you breathe life into your family and to your viewers. I don’t think you even realize the affect you have on each of us. I wish I could find the words to express how much I truly enjoy watching and learning from you all. I’ve started eating better, being more conscious of my health also how I can do better and encourage others to do so. As always I carry your family in my heart and prayers… and I’m patiently waiting for my Saturday morning visit with your family. I’m always home alone so your visit means more than you know 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

So glad to see that your Dog is doing fine? Amazinz what y'all have acomplished ? Everything is so nice! Chas.,SC

It's a beautiful 73 degrees here in Florida. Love seeing everyone out in the snow. The sunset over your home was absolutely gorgeous! Have a great weekend!

Happy Saturday Jeremy and Melissa

It’s Saturday 🎉 Time to get it with this great family. ❤

Great video , love seeing the family doing things together ! You did it Melissa out in the cold burrrrr..... God Bless❤

Beautiful Family ! Making life long memories ❄️💓

My goodness,,,there are times when Eli looks just like his Mom!!

A wonderful video! It's so important to have the discernment to say yes or no, and sometimes get out of your comfort zone! Peace, Love and Prayers always

Loved the video --- thanks, Guys!! So many wonderful, beautiful shots of the scenery, animals, and home!!

So, finally getting the pump house done, WONDERFUL. LONG time coming but your determination will get it done. I am so glad you are dealing with the snow, because my old body can't deal with the cold, but it is fun watching all of you!!!! You are right, Melissa, time goes so fast you wonder what happened, so the fact that you are making all the memories with the kids is great. God Bless all of you and I hope spring comes soon for you. More fun to do the outside things in warmer, dryer conditions. God Bless all of you and please stay safe, Looking forward to next week as always. Bigger barn would be so much better, hay and animals tend to fill it up very fast.

Loved the video and can't wait to see what the barn is going to look like! 🐎

That’s a lot of snow, here in the UK we get one or two inches and everyone panics. 🤣🤣🤣 You brave, brave people 🥶, I’m just cooled watching you. Lots of love from the UK 🇬🇧😘😘😘

Love your enthusiasm for family, home, pets & farm.

Loved your comments and insights at the end. My time went I was young with my family is now gone. I'm 71 years old, but I still remember. You will never regret it.

Its another Great Saturday when Mellissa and Jeremy post a video!!! GOOD MORNING GOOD SIMPLE LIVING FAM!!

Love your videos! Melissa’s words of wisdom at the end of your videos, are always so heart felt. Blessings to all.🙏♥️

I almost forgot about the pumphouse that ya'll forgot about...lol The soffit will look great along with the siding, maybe in another couple years. Ya'll using the cold to rejuvenate is a great idea, and then the hottub! Love ya'll ❤️

You guys are SO GOOD! You are the ‘bright spot’ in my day! ❤

Time does go quickly. I miss my three as children, but I see my daughter parenting and enjoying her three. Her love and work is my trophy

Καλημέρα από την όμορφη Αθήνα! Λατρεύουμε τα βίντεο σας έχετε κάνει απίστευτη δουλειά με το σπίτι σας. Συνεχίστε έτσι δυναμικά, να είστε πάντα καλά!!!!

Awesome video folks, really did a good job on the well house and the looking at the ground print of the horse barn to come. Your outdoor spa is fantastic and invigorating especially in the winter time, and healthy too. Stay safe and keep up the fun. Fred.

The photography in your videos is excellent! When you said you were growing sprouts it reminds me of my Dad who grew sprouts. As we try to eat healthier, thank you for sharing and so we are encouraged to do the same. I still have the strainer tops for the Mason jars that Dad gave me. Sprout seeds will be on my grocery list!

On my dream list is to one day come to you guys, meet you all, and all the nature, and help you with your work. I am sending you so much love! ❤

It's still winter here in Michigan too...love your videos!

Thanks for giving me the shivers. I'm wearing thermals and it is 59 today. Grandpas are wimps. Great to see Melissa shiver with her family.

I like seeing Kenji running around again! You all are awesome!