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Showing posts with label February 2015. Show all posts
Showing posts with label February 2015. Show all posts
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Our reaction: It's a boy
We actually found out about Chad and Erin's little boy in the beginning of February and was so excited about it. We were going to reveal it in the end of February but decided to wait for another week when Chad and Erin got to reveal the gender.
Friday, February 27, 2015
Alyssa's pregnancy: 34 weeks pregnant!
John and Alyssa are 34 weeks pregnant with their first child. We only have 6 more weeks until Allie arrives!
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Kelly's blog: Family Milestones
There is no greater feeling as a parent than seeing your children grow into passionate young adults. This episode was meaningful, because Lawson reached a goal that seemed impossible, yet he never gave up. It was also special, because we realize Carlin is quickly growing up and we shared a special moment with her to set important goals for her future.
Watching Lawson sing the National Anthem at the University of Tennessee’s Men’s Basketball game was an experience Gil and I will never forget. I think Gil’s tears said it all! It was the first time that the whole family had been together for a big sports game, and I was at a loss for words at how much it meant for us all to be there together to cheer Lawson on. I know that Lawson is pursuing his dreams, and as a mother, I could not be more proud of him. He is proving to us all the importance of setting goals and working hard to reach those goals. It’s a valuable life lesson that all of his younger siblings are taking note of.
Our dinner with Carlin was a sentimental time, as we have learned just how quickly the children grow into adults and begin their own families. I can hardly believe that she is already 17 years old! Giving a purity ring to each one of our girls has been a major emphasis for us, because it gives them purpose and direction and shows how much they are valued. It also solidifies the close bond that we have with them. Gil and I feel incredibly blessed to be able to share these moments with our daughters.
One of the many things I’ve learned since some of the children have left the nest is the importance of family time. We all are being pulled in so many different directions now, and it is easy to get lost in the shuffle of our individual schedules. It is so important to make quality time to be with one another! I loved that Zach and Whitney had the whole family over for dinner. There’s nothing I adore more than being together with my children. We missed you, Alyssa and John!
Love, Kelly
Watching Lawson sing the National Anthem at the University of Tennessee’s Men’s Basketball game was an experience Gil and I will never forget. I think Gil’s tears said it all! It was the first time that the whole family had been together for a big sports game, and I was at a loss for words at how much it meant for us all to be there together to cheer Lawson on. I know that Lawson is pursuing his dreams, and as a mother, I could not be more proud of him. He is proving to us all the importance of setting goals and working hard to reach those goals. It’s a valuable life lesson that all of his younger siblings are taking note of.
Our dinner with Carlin was a sentimental time, as we have learned just how quickly the children grow into adults and begin their own families. I can hardly believe that she is already 17 years old! Giving a purity ring to each one of our girls has been a major emphasis for us, because it gives them purpose and direction and shows how much they are valued. It also solidifies the close bond that we have with them. Gil and I feel incredibly blessed to be able to share these moments with our daughters.
One of the many things I’ve learned since some of the children have left the nest is the importance of family time. We all are being pulled in so many different directions now, and it is easy to get lost in the shuffle of our individual schedules. It is so important to make quality time to be with one another! I loved that Zach and Whitney had the whole family over for dinner. There’s nothing I adore more than being together with my children. We missed you, Alyssa and John!
Love, Kelly
Alyssa's blog: The Best Grandparents
Watching my parents be first-time grandparents to little Bradley is the sweetest thing ever! They make the absolute BEST grandparents, and I can’t wait for little Allie Jane to be born so that they can meet her! I am beyond happy for my parents that they get to be so close to Bradley while he is little, but I will definitely miss having them near me when I have my baby. Although, I know that they will be able to come visit a lot when our little Allie Jane is born. Less than 8 weeks to go!
PS- Can we talk about how amazing Lawson did at the basketball game? I am so, so proud of him, and I can’t wait to see where his singing takes him. He is incredibly talented and his future looks so bright!
PS- Can we talk about how amazing Lawson did at the basketball game? I am so, so proud of him, and I can’t wait to see where his singing takes him. He is incredibly talented and his future looks so bright!
Recap: The Purity Rings
Lawson is getting ready to sing the National Anthem for many people at the University of Tennessee. He reveals that when he told his parents, they did not know if it was going to work but Lawson made it happen for him. The family heads to the game to support Lawson since it is their first major sporting event as a big family.
Lawson reveals that he is nervous about this and did amazing. His family was super proud of him and reveal that the crowd loved his singing.
Back at home, Carlin is surprised when she gets flowers and dress to go out to a dinner with her parents. Carlin is super excited about it since it means that she gets to spend some time with her parents without her brothers and sister. Gil reveals the gift that he got his daughter which was a purity ring. Gil and Kelly hope that their daughter will remain wholesome and pure until her wedding date.
Kelly knows that Carlin will start forming friendships with guys and start a courtship when she finds a guy that she really likes.
"For us, a purity ring is something we have given our girls, just as a symbol for them and a reminder for them to keep their heart pure and to put God first in their life and to save themselves for marriage," says the mom of 19.
The family heads to Zach and Whitney's house to see how they are doing with their new life as parents. Zach reveals that his wife is an amazing mom and loves seeing her with Bradley. Whitney says that her husband is excellent father. The family is there to help with dinner and spending time bonding. Kelly hopes to get together every other Friday night to spend time and they all agree.
Lawson reveals that he is nervous about this and did amazing. His family was super proud of him and reveal that the crowd loved his singing.
Back at home, Carlin is surprised when she gets flowers and dress to go out to a dinner with her parents. Carlin is super excited about it since it means that she gets to spend some time with her parents without her brothers and sister. Gil reveals the gift that he got his daughter which was a purity ring. Gil and Kelly hope that their daughter will remain wholesome and pure until her wedding date.
Kelly knows that Carlin will start forming friendships with guys and start a courtship when she finds a guy that she really likes.
"For us, a purity ring is something we have given our girls, just as a symbol for them and a reminder for them to keep their heart pure and to put God first in their life and to save themselves for marriage," says the mom of 19.
The family heads to Zach and Whitney's house to see how they are doing with their new life as parents. Zach reveals that his wife is an amazing mom and loves seeing her with Bradley. Whitney says that her husband is excellent father. The family is there to help with dinner and spending time bonding. Kelly hopes to get together every other Friday night to spend time and they all agree.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Welcome Grandbaby Bates
Zach and Whitney's baby is due in less than 2 weeks, but the nursery is nowhere near ready! Lucky for them, there are plenty of Bates to lend a hand. As Whitney's due-date nears (and passes!) the whole family gets anxious to meet the newest addition to the ever-growing clan. Later, Erin shares surprising news with her parents.
Friday, February 6, 2015
Allie Webster: 31 weeks pregnant
John and Alyssa have nine more weeks until Allie is born. John and Alyssa know that Allie is going to have a little cousin about two months after she is born.
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Organized Chaos preview!
How does a family of 21 find enough clothes to last through the winter? Get ready for the Bates seasonal clothing switchover, where nothing goes to waste! In the midst of the chaos, the family is asked to sing at a bluegrass music festival... but can they all learn their parts in time?
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Friday, January 30, 2015
February birthdays!
The Bates are celebrating four birthdays in the month of February! Trace and Jeb are celebrating their birthday on the first of February while Jackson and Addallee celebrate their birthday on the 17th of February!
Birthday cover will be posted tomorrow here and on our fan page!
Birthday cover will be posted tomorrow here and on our fan page!
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