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Hey there, darling!  My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to Roots and Refuge, friend. I am so glad you're here. 

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Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards - Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith: https://www.instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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It doesnt have to be fancy (Tidy the Greenhouse & My Rose Bargain) | VLOG

8 hours ago

- Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order even with the sale!): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards - Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith: http://instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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Finding Strawberries and a Seed Confession | VLOG

March 21, 2023 4:00 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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I missed the birth. (our new calf) | VLOG

March 20, 2023 5:18 pm

Check out my friend Michael Ball's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@a.j.r_ball Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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Make a Space You Love (Tips on Creating a Garden) | VLOG

March 18, 2023 9:01 am

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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I thought my seedlings froze | VLOG

March 16, 2023 9:00 am

Ruffly: https://www.goruffly.com Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards -Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith: http://instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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You gave me a GREAT idea! (High tunnel plans, seedling tips and mulch) | VLOG

March 14, 2023 6:57 pm

The incubator I’ve been using: https://amzn.to/3mMKYlv Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards -Our music is from my friend Daniel Smith: http://instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

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Harvest in the greenhouse (homestead update) | VLOG

March 11, 2023 7:00 pm

How to Separate Seedlings: https://rootsandrefuge.com/how-to-separate-seedlings/ The Story of the Bird Devotional: https://youtu.be/gd-b03Mbjsw Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards - Our music is by our friend Daniel Smith;: http://instagram.com/phillip_daniel_smith/ ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

53.5K views

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Homesteaders | DEVOTIONAL

March 10, 2023 7:54 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution #rootsandrefuge

50K views

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You GO, Tiny Asparagus (and the bean test) | VLOG

March 8, 2023 3:58 pm

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