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.
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PO Box 4239
Leesville SC 29070
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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
– Neptune’s Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer
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44 Comments
Hey y'all, Everything there is so green. I noticed one of the views down at the pond showed a shot similar to the ones you showed us when you first went there to claim your intent to buy the property. I saw all that you are doing and have done and it all looks so impressive. Day by day we build a family, a farm, a sense of community and a life that is pleasing to God. Very majestic. I always am touched by parents that take one on one time with their children one or two maybe three at a time. The smaller the number the larger the impact esp for a child that is with mom or dad for several hours all alone. I hope you can find time for fishing on a regular basis as you will be rewarded later. Beautiful video…….
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Little boys, such joy. ❤
Will you look at how stunning that pic of child,fish and glorious backdrop is! You couldnt dream better!
The lake I fished on as a child had catfish and we were told catfish need a ball of worms instead of a hook.
I love the picture quality on this video. Have you changed your camera? If so what are you using?
Your property is Heaven on earth!! You are so blessed!
My wedding was on Saturday in Rock Hill SC so you know how crazy the storms were! ! There was hail and crazy winds but it came at the most perfect timing ,so no soaked wedding dress " phew"!! or ruined food lol it was a beautiful chaotic perfect day and we came home an hour ago to my garden in my backyard that has come alive even more. Definitely ready for tomatoes and peppers soon 💚💚💚
LMAO! Balance…milking goats while on an important business call, fast forward to fishing. I love that SOOOO much! Yep…balance
It's funny for me to hear you talk about having a 90 degree day when I am still getting a frost warning from my weather app. hehe
I've enjoyed Spring this year, but it's coming to an end here soon in the Sonoran desert. (At least in my yard)
so very beautiful where you now live….ahhhhhh
Yes!!! I love Springtime! 💕
I so understand that feeling! I'm sitting here on a Sunday afternoon in springtime pruning my tomatoes (found my first baby tomato of the year!🎉) and just feeling so very happy and blessed! Trying to soak it all in before it gets hot and miserable!
A field trip sounds awesome! I wish our kids in Florida got to do field trips like that ❤
This was the 1st weekend in a LONG TIME I was excited to get up & at em and I was so productive in my garden ❤
I have a 3 year old Ezra. I'm sure I got that name from your channel. Anyway, "the worm pulls away from my cold embrace" sounds like something my Ez would say, too 😂
I LOVE SPRINGTIME ❤❤
Jess, how many acres do y'all have? The farm is absolutely beautiful.
Love spring too. New beginnings!
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what fun it would be if that same 2nd grade class could come back when there is lots to harvest and your garden is at its most magnificence!
I want to suggest a book series by Chad Stewart. The Britfield Series. Phenomenol and kid friendly. Actually geared toward middle school children but adults love them too. They don't have the audio books yet. But you won't be able to put them down once you start reading them. I think all of your children would love them as well.
I love how you call them spuds ☘️☘️🍀❤️❤️
Haha, how cool, I've never seen life from a tomato's POV before!
“I could make horse cookies, but sometimes I just have to pull myself back” 😂 I get you
Having important business meetings while milking goats, sounds like a life goal ❤
Disappointed to not see you do your planting. Love to watch you in the garden.
“no babies having babies” was hilarious! 😆
What kind of rose bush is on your greenhouse?!💙
Spring is my favorite time of year because everything is sprinkled with colorful wildflowers. Everything is waking up again. It’s so beautiful.
Having a pond on your homestead and the ability to sit, relax & fish with your boys anytime your heart desires is such a treasure to behold. Life doesn’t get any better than this! 💙💙💙💙💙
Love this. Your boys are so precious. I miss those days with my girls. They grow up too fast ❤️
I'm with ya, Jess, "I just live spring!" I just said that to my grandson yesterday. We see God's beauty in all the seasons and creation He has given us.
It would of been very helpful to have seen Miah's goat hoof trimming…there's lots on YouTube, but to see it from someone you're invested in and trust, makes a huge difference.
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If you're around, I'll call you in like 10 minutes
God Bless you Jess and thanks for hanging out with us ❤🎉
Your old pavilion table down by the pond under the tree by the dock would be great! Perfect for setting tackle boxes, worm buckets, water bottles, fishing nets, life jackets, snacks etc. I grew up on a river, and we always had a picnic table closer to the dock for those kinds of things.
My yard has been so lush and gorgeous this year. Bulbs, now Iris and Lilac, strawberries blooming – grass is full of bright-faced Dandelions, sweet Violets…I’m watching the greening of the trees every day, too! It definitely rejuvenates me.
Do you make tortillas? Or order from Azure maybe? I’ve been trying to find some clean ones lol
"Board" meetings on the farm.
Springtime is my favorite season! We had an extraordinarily GORGEOUS day here in South Central IL today. Was 75, a slight breeze, not a cloud in the sky and we planted more peas, onions, radishes, I got my cucumbers in the ground and we watered our tomatoes. I have radishes and lettuce coming up. Some herbs are awakening from their slumber. We have had a very cool spring so far. Had some warm days, but tomorrow is supposed to be 58 for a hight and 62 on Wednesday, then get back into the low 70's. Just been up and down. I had windows open, hung 4 loads of laundry on the line and got a sunburn. I LOVE this time of year too. After the rain tomorrow, everything will smell so sweet and fresh again. Awake my soul to Springtime! Yes, it is the best day ever!
LOVE your pond. Amazingly beautiful.
I feel this exactly!!! I just LOVE Spring! I love the feeling, the weather, the birds and seeing my chickens all over my yard and I just love the sun on my face. & my kiddos say those things on normal ol’ Tuesdays too ❤ Or I’ll make dinner and it’ll be the same recipe I always use and my youngest will say “Mommy this is the best dinner you’ve ever made!” This time of year is just good for the soul ❤
Holy cow! The camera quality and the view this lense is giving is like seeing your farm for the first time! The quality is outstanding! Everything looks so green and lush! I can't wait to see more this summer!❤❤ so pretty!