- Bringing Up Bates returned on June 1st
- The Boys celebrated their Father's Day
- Kaci turned one
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.
Showing posts with label June 2017. Show all posts
Showing posts with label June 2017. Show all posts
Friday, June 30, 2017
June recap
Recap from the live chat
Many have asked if Whitney and Carlin are okay from last week's episode and both girls are okay. Whitney was a little sore and Carlin had a few bruises from the wall.
1. Does Bobby Sing?
Yes he does
2. More concerts for Lawson?
He is currently working on the schedule
3. When is Bobby and Tori getting engaged?
We will have to wait and see.
4. How many left handled?
There are five along with Bradley likes to do things left handed
1. Does Bobby Sing?
Yes he does
2. More concerts for Lawson?
He is currently working on the schedule
3. When is Bobby and Tori getting engaged?
We will have to wait and see.
4. How many left handled?
There are five along with Bradley likes to do things left handed
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Recap: he said, she shed
The family is having their bible time, Gil takes a moment to talk about cleaning out the shed. The family describes that the shed is nasty and filled with trash, junk and dirty stuff.
Carlin says that her father is good about going with the flow unless it's time to clean up some of the stuff.
Gil argues that he can see the value in things.
Trace has decided to put his Dixie Stampede on hold and working on college. He reveals that he wants to try for the basketball team at the college which makes the family very happy.
Nathan ends up finding some zip line and decides to put it up for the little kids. Gil decides that they need to wait to put it up until the shed is done.
Carlin is called over to help with the sweeping and the boys decide that it's time to scare her with a spider. Carlin ends up changing jobs to paint the lines on the basketball court to help her brother, Trace, practice for the trial run.
Trace is happy that his family is getting two things done, Basketball court and the shed. Normally the family starts one thing and doesn't finished it for a while.
Kelly is pleased with the outcome of the shed. She reveals that she could not believe that they finished the project.
After Carlin is done painting the court, Trace invites some of the team members over to play a game. Lawson decides to join in on the fun
Trace reveals that he and Lawson get along in every aspect expect for sports because Lawson wants to be a star and he (Trace) just wants the ball.
Trace reveals that the college as helped him get out of his box. Nathan says that they now can't get him to be quiet any more. Trace is normally a shy guy and now going to college, he is doing better
Carlin says that her father is good about going with the flow unless it's time to clean up some of the stuff.
Gil argues that he can see the value in things.
Trace has decided to put his Dixie Stampede on hold and working on college. He reveals that he wants to try for the basketball team at the college which makes the family very happy.
Nathan ends up finding some zip line and decides to put it up for the little kids. Gil decides that they need to wait to put it up until the shed is done.
Carlin is called over to help with the sweeping and the boys decide that it's time to scare her with a spider. Carlin ends up changing jobs to paint the lines on the basketball court to help her brother, Trace, practice for the trial run.
Trace is happy that his family is getting two things done, Basketball court and the shed. Normally the family starts one thing and doesn't finished it for a while.
Kelly is pleased with the outcome of the shed. She reveals that she could not believe that they finished the project.
After Carlin is done painting the court, Trace invites some of the team members over to play a game. Lawson decides to join in on the fun
Trace reveals that he and Lawson get along in every aspect expect for sports because Lawson wants to be a star and he (Trace) just wants the ball.
Trace reveals that the college as helped him get out of his box. Nathan says that they now can't get him to be quiet any more. Trace is normally a shy guy and now going to college, he is doing better
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
June/July episode preview
He Said, She Shed
June 29, 2017
Kelly Jo cashes in on her 'I Love you Day' gift from Gil and wants him to clean up the shed; Nathan makes an impromptu zip line; Carlin paints lines on the new Bates Basketball court; Trace plays a pickup basketball game with a few College players.
Name That Bates Special: Newlywed Edition
July 6, 2017
On this special 'Newlywed' Episode of 'Bringing Up Bates,' we'll see how well the younger Bates couples know their partners! Can they guess their spouse's favorite meal? How about their dream vacation destination? Let's hope they've been paying attention to each other over the years, otherwise things could get awkward!
Don't Worry, We've Goat This!
July 13, 2017
Erin and Chad have expanded their family with twin pygmy goats, but having extra kids means more household chores; Gil and the younger kids stop by to help paint the goats' new shed; Gil and the kids reconfigure a safer design for the zip line.
Stop, Drop and Wash
July 20, 2017
The Bates family organizes a car-washing fundraiser to give back to the heroic volunteer firefighters who responded to their emergency situation; Zach gives a tutorial on the do's and don'ts of properly washing a car.
Bates Bloopers Special
July 27, 2017
TBA
June 29, 2017
Kelly Jo cashes in on her 'I Love you Day' gift from Gil and wants him to clean up the shed; Nathan makes an impromptu zip line; Carlin paints lines on the new Bates Basketball court; Trace plays a pickup basketball game with a few College players.
Name That Bates Special: Newlywed Edition
July 6, 2017
On this special 'Newlywed' Episode of 'Bringing Up Bates,' we'll see how well the younger Bates couples know their partners! Can they guess their spouse's favorite meal? How about their dream vacation destination? Let's hope they've been paying attention to each other over the years, otherwise things could get awkward!
Don't Worry, We've Goat This!
July 13, 2017
Erin and Chad have expanded their family with twin pygmy goats, but having extra kids means more household chores; Gil and the younger kids stop by to help paint the goats' new shed; Gil and the kids reconfigure a safer design for the zip line.
Stop, Drop and Wash
July 20, 2017
The Bates family organizes a car-washing fundraiser to give back to the heroic volunteer firefighters who responded to their emergency situation; Zach gives a tutorial on the do's and don'ts of properly washing a car.
Bates Bloopers Special
July 27, 2017
TBA
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
The little Bates fam vacation!
Zach and Whitney loaded up their small family and headed to South Carolina. They are currently enjoying their time with each other.
It's hard to believe that Bradley will celebrate his third birthday in October while Kaci just celebrated her first birthday just a few days ago.
Preview: HE SAID, SHE SHED
Kelly Jo cashes in on her ‘I Love you Day’ gift from Gil and wants him to clean up the shed. Can Gil complete the project in a timely fashion and without any complaints? As the boys help Gil organize the shed, Nathan gets sidetracked and uses scrap items to make an impromptu zip line. Meanwhile, Carlin escapes clean up duty and opts to paint lines on the new Bates Basketball court! Later, Trace plays a pickup basketball game with a few College players. Will he be able to keep up and secure a spot on the team or will Lawson sabotage the game?
Monday, June 26, 2017
All about Lexi: five months old
It's hard to believe that it's been five months since her birth. She celebrated her first father's day with her father, mother and sister.
Sunday, June 25, 2017
All about Kaci: 12 months old
Last Tuesday, Zach and Whitney celebrated their daughter's 1st Birthday. There is not much to update on the little girl.
Whitney just shared about two days before her daughter's 1st birthday that she had been walking for three days
This past year, Whitney has shared that her daughter has her father and brother wrapped around her finger.
We also have share Kaci's newborn photos, Easter photo shoot with her family and friends, and her 1st birthday photos.
We will see you for her 13th month update!
Whitney just shared about two days before her daughter's 1st birthday that she had been walking for three days
This past year, Whitney has shared that her daughter has her father and brother wrapped around her finger.
We also have share Kaci's newborn photos, Easter photo shoot with her family and friends, and her 1st birthday photos.
We will see you for her 13th month update!
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Recap: Sibling Reverly
Gil gathers all the new drivers to teach them a few lessons. Gil teaches the new drivers how to open the hood. Carlin says that she knows how to check the oil but on the van, she picks the wrong and finally figures that. Carlin says there is a lot of fuels in cars which is more than what she thinks it. Carlin reveals that Gil likes to kick the tire to make sure that it's fuel which Gil deny but many of the kids that he does. Carlin says that the girls are still planning how to call Gil if their car breaks down.
Erin and Whitney brings the girls to the same class that Judson and Jeb. They were taking self-defense class. He surprises the girls that they need to do push ups. Carlin reveals that she can't do push ups. He says that you should always be first. He then has the girls run across the mat and Carlin and Whitney take a trip to the floor. Carlin leaves a few holes in the wall. They were happy that Carlin was okay before the fall. Carlin and Tori are paired up along with Whitney and Erin. Whitney takes down the guy. The guy plays a joke on Carlin when he "passes" out. The girls all agree that they learned a lot. The kids think that Tori is the strongest person besides Jeb. He thinks that Carlin is.
Zach and Whitney meet up with Chad and Erin. They love spending time with their kids but love being able to spend some time with their friends and themselves. They head to take a class about cooking. Zach says that Erin loves cooking for two people instead of 22 people. They are making a few dishes. Zach thinks that they are in a different country since they are making different kind of food. Zach says that he doesn't know the terms but says it was good. The food turns out really good. They sit do and enjoy their food.
Whitney talks about what they learn about this weeks and is so thankful for a chance to hang out with their family.
Erin and Whitney brings the girls to the same class that Judson and Jeb. They were taking self-defense class. He surprises the girls that they need to do push ups. Carlin reveals that she can't do push ups. He says that you should always be first. He then has the girls run across the mat and Carlin and Whitney take a trip to the floor. Carlin leaves a few holes in the wall. They were happy that Carlin was okay before the fall. Carlin and Tori are paired up along with Whitney and Erin. Whitney takes down the guy. The guy plays a joke on Carlin when he "passes" out. The girls all agree that they learned a lot. The kids think that Tori is the strongest person besides Jeb. He thinks that Carlin is.
Zach and Whitney meet up with Chad and Erin. They love spending time with their kids but love being able to spend some time with their friends and themselves. They head to take a class about cooking. Zach says that Erin loves cooking for two people instead of 22 people. They are making a few dishes. Zach thinks that they are in a different country since they are making different kind of food. Zach says that he doesn't know the terms but says it was good. The food turns out really good. They sit do and enjoy their food.
Whitney talks about what they learn about this weeks and is so thankful for a chance to hang out with their family.
Brand New episode tonight
In Tonight's brand new episode, Zach and Whitney head for a double date with Chad and Erin. Be sure to check out our blIn Tonight's brand new episode, Zach and Whitney head for a double date with Chad and Erin. Be sure to check out our blog later tonight for the recap.og later tonight for the recap.
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
New cover photo
We are so excited to be sharing our new blog cover! As you can tell that we updated each photo.
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Kaci Lynn celebrates first birthday
The family gather for Kaci's 1st birthday party before The family heads to their Basketball camp. Zach and Whitney shared a bunch of birthday party photos that we would love to share with you all.
Preview: Sibling Revelry
It's Sister bonding time! Erin, Tori, Carlin, Whitney, Josie and Katie join together for a self defense class and engage in a little friendly competition! Meanwhile, Gil has many young Bates drivers behind the wheel, he gathers the kiddos for a 'Car 101' lesson. Later, it's double date night for the married couples! Since Erin and Zach have a serious appreciation for cooking, they convince Whitney and Chad to join them for a cooking class!
Kaci Lynn turns 1!
Happy 1st Birthday Kaci Lynn!
We will be sharing her 12 month update later this week! Can you believe that she is one?
Monday, June 19, 2017
Paine Family photos- Beach photos
Chad and Erin recently shared some new photos of their time at the beach!
Sunday, June 18, 2017
Saturday, June 17, 2017
Friday, June 16, 2017
News from the live chat!
Every week the network does a live stream on Bringing Up Bates facebook page. This week, we have some news to share.
1. Judson and Jeb are currently spending the week with Brandon and Michaella
2. The boys are currently at Basketball camp
3.Meema and Tom are still acting like newlyweds. They are currently house shopping to move into together.
4. Lawson is currently recording more songs for good stuff coming soon.
5. Jackson is doing good while learning how to learn. Jackson has about 30 more hours before going to get his drivers licenese.
6. Katie and Josie passed their driving test.
7. Lexi is rolling around everywhere but is not crawling jut yet.
8. Gil loves hanging out with grandbabies but wishes that they would stay.
9. The Bates celebrated Kaci's 1st birthday last week.
1. Judson and Jeb are currently spending the week with Brandon and Michaella
2. The boys are currently at Basketball camp
3.Meema and Tom are still acting like newlyweds. They are currently house shopping to move into together.
4. Lawson is currently recording more songs for good stuff coming soon.
5. Jackson is doing good while learning how to learn. Jackson has about 30 more hours before going to get his drivers licenese.
6. Katie and Josie passed their driving test.
7. Lexi is rolling around everywhere but is not crawling jut yet.
8. Gil loves hanging out with grandbabies but wishes that they would stay.
9. The Bates celebrated Kaci's 1st birthday last week.
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