Bobby's birthday celebration

 We have new photos of Bobby, Tori, Charlotte, and Kelly to share with you all. 

Bobby turned 27 on February 16th while Charlotte turned 7 months old on February 24th. 

Charlotte is the first daughter of Bobby and Tori.

We hope that Bobby had a great birthday with his wife and kids.

Bobby Graduates from college

The Bates just shared: Congratulations, Bobby!!! I guess those wedding bells are sounding just a little bit closer- one degree down, and one to go! Hurry up, Tori lol!!! We are so proud of you, Bobby, for the past 4 years of hard work and excellent testimony! I know graduation is bittersweet- great to be done, but hard to say all the goodbyes! But I can't wait to see what all the Lord has in store for you next (and I'm super glad that Tori's on that list!!) #BobbySmith #ToriBates #PensacolaChristianCollege #BibleAndYouthMinistryDegree

Now someone did ask if they are engaged and they are not yet. Tori said on the family's I love you day that they are planning to get married after her May 2018 graduation so she has another year left.

New photos of Courting Couples!

The family now have two courting couples Tori and Carlin. We also have two new photos of them with their suitors.

Carlin is in the get to know you stage of her courtship with Evan. They have known each other for about seven months. Evan revealed in a web episode that he and Carlin knew each other for about five months at the I love you day.

Tori is in a official courtship with Bobby Smith since November 2016 after one year of the get to know you stage. Tori reveals that she is planning to get married in May 2018 after she graduates from college. The family just announced that if they have a break line up where she spends time down in Florida before Bobby joins her back in Tennessee.

College/Career updates

We have an update on a few of the Bates children that we would love to share with you all.

Lawson has been working on his music career and travels between Nashville and home.

Nathan has been working on his pilots license out in Mississippi state for a few months but recently returned home for a while.

Tori is courting Bobby Smith. She has been working on her education degree and will graduate in May 2018. She recently announced on Bringing Up Bates that she plans to get married after her graduation. Bobby has stated that he has thought about moving to Tennessee to be closer to her.

Trace is currently enrolled in Crown College and has not revealed his degree just yet. Trace revealed that he hopes to be a trick rider at the Dixie Stampede but it has not work out just yet. 

Carlin is also enrolled at Crown College where she is working on her music major. She is in a unofficial courtship with Evan Stewart.

Josie is enrolled at Crown College where she is working on her cosmetology major.

The children at Crown College have enjoyed riding together and being the support team that they need. 

Here's a video from Carlin and Tori:

Most Asked Questions

It's been a while since we did a Most asked questions update and we have plenty to update on.

1. Is Carlin in a courtship?
She is currently in a unofficial courtship with Evan Stewart.

2. Is Trace in a courtship?
We haven't found out if Trace is in a courtship but make sure that you stay tune on our blog.

3. Why do separate blog for double birthdays?
It's something that we felt that the Lord put on our heart. We are doing something different to see if we like it on our Instagram post. :)

4. Any word about season 6?
Recently the Network announced Season six will start June 1st!

5. Brandon and Michaella writing a book?
Brandon and Michaella are almost finished writing their book and we will surely update as soon as it is.

6. Are Bobby and Tori still in a courtship?
Yes as far as we know they are still courting as of January 2017.

Tori turns 21

Happy 21st Birthday Tori!

Looking forward to Christmas

Tori and Erin sit down and talk about what they are looking forward to Christmas. 


Here is Tori's response:

Here is Erin's response:  

December Birthday and anniversary cover

We are so excited to share our December Birthday and anniversary cover. 

Now we do have individual covers for Zach & Whit, Gil & Kelly, Zach, and Tori.

Trivia answers

1. Who is Jeb's best buddy?
               Trace, Gil and Kelly
2. who can get Jeb to listen to Carlin and Tori?
               Trace
3. Who went with Chad and Erin to watch Carson?
               Katie
4. Why did Jeb not like riding with his dad?

             Because he drove to fast
5. Who baked the cake?
              Warden

Feeling the Love!

John and Alyssa sit down with Tori to answer a few more questions. Which Bates family member are John and Alyssa closest to? What will Tori think of their answers?

Bringing up Webster

Tori sat down with her older sister, Alyssa, and her husband, John, to find out where they would take their second honeymoon and how many more children they would love to have.

 

Recap: Training Wheels and Trick Saddles

Since Judson is turning five, Gil and Kelly decide to surprise their son with a new bike. Judson has been on training wheels so his older brother, Warden, convinces him to try without it. Judson is not sure about it at first.
The Paine family and Tori is headed to Nashville to record Erin's Christmas CD with their friend Any Leftwich. Chad and Erin have been saving money for a CD before Carson was born however they ended up changing the plan due to Carson's early arrival.
Erin loves music and loves to encourages others. During the recording, Kelly brings Lawson and Callie to cheer Erin on. Both Chad and Kelly praise Erin on the talent that the Lord had given her.
On the second season finale, the family met with Dixie Stampede and they promised to stop by the house to teach the boys some skills. The day is finally here and bring Ashley and Shadow to teach them at the ranch that the family owns.
After the boys learn the tricks they hit the town with horse. Shadow is surprise that the boys run that town and are full force.

Bates #7 turns 20!

Happy Birthday Tori! 

 

December 2015

Welcome to a brand new month for the Bates family.

Birthdays: 
* Tori Bates- Decmeber 21st
* Zach Bates- December 30th

Wedding anniversary:
* Zach and Whitney- December 14th
* Gil and Kelly- December 19th
* Brandon and Michaella's fourth month of marriage

All about Grandbabies:
* Allie turns 8 months old
* Carson turns 7 months old
* Bradley turns 14 months old

 Bringing Up Bates:
*  One month until the return
* 4 weeks to go
* 3 weeks to go
* 2 weeks to go
* 1 week to go

Other fun blogs we have planned:  
* Merry Christmas
* Christmas Eve
* Baby Allie's first Christmas
* Baby Carson's first Christmas
* New Years Eve
* January Cover photo

Our December cover photo!

Giving Thanks This Thanksgiving - Tori And Carlin Bates

Tori and Carlin sit down with Josie and Katie to talk about what they are thankful for. We hope that you enjoy Thanksgiving! :)

The Great deBATES - Beet Breath

Chad and Erin sit down with Tori to answers some questions if they would be able to give things up!

Jack and Jules!

 Erin, Michaella and Tori headed to Jack and Jules with their little brother, Jeb.

Is there a courtship on the horzion?

Ever since Joseph Duggar moved near the Bates family, rumors have started that he is in a courtship with Tori or another Bates daughter.

This is where we set the rumors straight: Joseph moved down near the Bates family to go to school.

There is no courtship announcement as of right now!

Tori's birthday!

Happy Birthday Tori Bates!

We hope that you have a great day!