Welcome to the Bates family blog! Gil and Kelly have been married since 1987 and have welcomed nineteen children. Fourteen of their children are married. They have forty grandchildren with two foster grandchildren.
Friday, October 16, 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Baby #4 is on the way
We have exciting news to share with you all!
Evan and Carlin are expecting their fourth child due in May 2027.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Esther's birthday and Jackson and Emerson's anniversary
Happy Birthday to Esther Bates! Happy anniversary to Jackson and Emerson Bates!
Esther is turning 29 years old today! Jackson and Emerson are celebrating their third wedding anniversary!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Brandon and Michaella's fostering update
We are so excited to share that Brandon and Michaella have three foster children currently living with them. In their newest youtube video, the couple shares about how they are adjusting to three little ones and the support they have received from family and friends.
You can click here to watch their newest video!
Monday, October 5, 2026
Kelton and Josie's anniversary and Katie's birthday
Happy Anniversary to Kelton and Josie! Happy Birthday to Katie Clark!
Kelton and Josie have been married for eight years! Katie is turning 26 years old today!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Bates beach photos
We have three new photos of Lawson and Tiffany's family! 
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