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Engagement Plans?

June 11, 2018, 12:07 pm
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Alyssa Bates Webster

"Carlin, I hear you all are discussing wedding plans. Does that mean you're getting engaged?"
-Alyssa (Bates) Webster

This Thursday on another all-new episode of Bringing Up Bates, the Bates family gathers together to celebrate I Love You Day (aka Valentine's Day). Ahead of the celebration, the topic of engagement comes up during a conversation between Carlin Bates and Alyssa Webster (video below).



Photo/video courtesy of UP
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Season 7 Full Episodes

June 12, 2018, 6:56 am
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Dinner with Lawson

June 13, 2018, 7:18 am
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Special announcement from blog author Ellie: A couple nights ago, my husband and I had Lawson Bates over for dinner. My husband plays guitar and banjo, so he and Lawson did some jamming, and we filmed a couple songs on my smart phone. Nothing fancy, but we had a lot of fun. I'll have the first video up soon, so stay tuned!
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An Evening with Lawson Bates Part 1

June 13, 2018, 2:14 pm
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Dinner with Lawson Bates

A couple nights ago, my husband and I (Ellie) had Lawson Bates over for dinner. After our meal (meatloaf) and some conversation, the two guys pulled out their instruments and had a jam session.

Most of you know that Lawson is a musician who has written a number of original country songs and released multiple CDs and singles. My husband, also a musician, plays banjo and guitar, as well as fiddle and piano. He and Lawson had a great time jamming together. The first song they played was an acoustic version of Lawson's "What Country Means to Me." Hope you enjoy the video!


If you enjoy this blog, be sure to visit Ellie's other blogs (NashvilleWife.com and DuggarFamilyBlog.com).
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Does Lawson Have a Girlfriend?

June 14, 2018, 8:31 am
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"Nice suit, but you're not crashing our party...not unless you've got a girl."
-Kelly Bates

On tonight‘s new episode of Bringing Up Bates, the Bates celebrate one of their favorite holidays, Valentine’s Day. This year's theme is Growing Old Together, and the costumes are absolutely hilarious.

The night before the big celebration, the couples gather for a special dinner. No one is expecting Lawson to show up, but he does, and he tells the family that he has a special someone to introduce to them.

Does another one of the brothers finally have a girlfriend? What are your predictions? Check out the videos below, and then tune in to UP tonight at 9pm ET/8pm CT for “Eye Love You Day.” If you miss the show or are on able to watch, our written recap will be posted immediately after it airs, and Ellie’s Fan File segment will follow.


Photo/videos courtesy of UP
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'Eye Love You Day' Recap

June 14, 2018, 7:00 pm
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Bringing Up Bates"Eye Love You Day"

  • Kelly is in bed recovering from vision correction surgery, so Carlin is in charge of homeschooling, and she runs a tight ship. She wakes the kids up earlier than usual, and the ones who won’t get out of bed get water sprinkled on their faces. “Half the time I’m not awake until she dumps the water on me,” admits Jackson.
  • Gil loves pampering his wife, saying that he finally has her all to himself. Michael comes down from Chicago to cook and help with the children.
  • One week after her surgery, Kelly is back in the swing of things. It’s time to start planning for I Love You Day (Bates Valentine’s Day). The theme is Growing Old Together, and the Bates mom is awarding a monetary prize to those with the best costumes. The goal of the theme is to honor Gil’s parent’s (Papa Bill and Mama Jane) and Kelly’s mom and new stepfather (Meema and Tom), as well as to express a hope that Gil and Kelly have for their married children. “That was all in fun, but at the same time, my prayer is [that] they will be able to grow old together,” says Kelly.
  • Kelly and some of the kids go to Karm Thrift Store to find outfits for the party. “It was neat to see how everybody kind of envisioned what an older person dresses like,” says Erin.
  • While searching for a costume, Kelly ends up finding something that she wants to wear on a regular day. Her kids poke fun at her, but she doesn't mind. “I am older,” says Kelly, laughing. “I’m not going to apologize.”
  • “This is our biggest family holiday,” says Erin. The Websters arrive, and the older girls help the little kids make gifts, like bath scrub and body wash, to give to family members (in addition to the big gift exchange). While they work, Erin and Alyssa discuss their pregnancies. Erin says she “feels so successful” to be in her third trimester, while Alyssa says she is “so done.”
  • The topic turns to Carlin’s relationship and possible engagement. She and Evan have been talking about timing. “As an older sister, it’s just really sweet to watch your younger sister go through a relationship,” says Erin.
  • “Don’t talk about getting married,” cautions Gil. “We done got enough people married.” “Dad, you shouldn’t have had so many girls!” replies Alyssa.
  • “I tell you, I can’t give away the boys, but everybody wants to get the girls,” says Gil.
  • The night before the big celebration, the Websters and Paines decorate a big table at a local lakeside restaurant before the couples (both married and courting, including the grandparents), arrive. “This is not just any old date at the fast food,” says Kelly. “This is special.”
  • “They’re excluding us from a lot of good fun and food,” says Lawson. “So this must change.” He arrives at the dinner in a suit, and Kelly tells him he is only welcome if he has “got a girl.”
  • “Well I actually did bring somebody special here that I wanted to introduce you all too,” says Lawson. “You did what?!” exclaims Gil.
  • Out comes Nathan, wearing a nightgown, curlers, and a gray wig. The room erupts in laughter. “Those two boys, it’s amazing what they’ll do to come to a good dinner,” says Gil, chuckling.“If he was dating somebody, this mama would know it,” states Kelly.
  • During dinner, everyone shares their first impression of their significant other. Kelly was attracted to Gil’s athleticism and his “strut.” “Let’s just say he strutted his feathers, and this bird came running,” says Kelly.
  • “I remember thinking, the guy that gets to marry [Michael] is going to be a very blessed guy, and I didn’t think I had a chance, but I’m the blessed guy,” shares Brandon.
  • The next day, everyone arrives at the big house for the main celebration. Erin, Chad, Carlin, and Evan go all out. For contrast, the grandparents come dressed like young people.
  • The winners of the costume contest are Evan (best adult male costume), Carlin (best adult female costume), Erin and Chad (best dressed couple), and Judson (best child costume).
  • After a few games, it’s time for the gift exchange. “Honestly, the best thing about I Love You Day…is watching the other people open the gifts that you got them,” says Tori.
  • Jackson’s gift for Katie is a pizza (delivered during the gift exchange), Ramen noodles, and a pair of shoes. Katie is thrilled, although she is only able to eat one piece of pizza before her siblings devour the rest.
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Bates Vow Renewal

June 15, 2018, 5:52 am
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Yesterday marked Zack and Whitney Bates’ four-and-a-half-year anniversary. In honor of that milestone, as well as their upcoming five-year anniversary, the couple renewed their wedding vows during a ceremony attended by loved ones.

The celebration was complete with a beautiful high-neck halter wedding gown for Whitney, bridesmaids in pink dresses, groomsmen in tan suits, a cake, a picturesque venue, and delicious food. You’ll see everything on an upcoming episode of Bringing Up Bates.

Zach and Whitney Bates
Zach and Whitney Bates

Photo courtesy of Zach and Whitney Bates
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Lexi's Cake Smash

June 15, 2018, 10:48 am
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Lexi Webster cake smash

"When I'm looking at little Lexi in that highchair, I'm seeing Alyssa because Lexi is her lookalike." 
-Kelly Bates

While the Bates clan was gathered in Rocky Top to celebrate Valentine's Day, they also threw a party for Lexi Webster, who turned one on January 26th. For the Bates family, no first birthday shindig is complete without a cake smash. In the web exclusive video below, Lexi Mae engages in this very important task.


Photo/video courtesy of UP
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Big Bates Announcement

June 16, 2018, 10:14 am
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In a family with 19 children, big announcements are not all that uncommon, but they are always exciting. Late next week, the clan is going to reveal some Bates-sized news, so stay tuned!


Photo courtesy of UP
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Bates Fan File 722

June 16, 2018, 10:59 am
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Big Bates Weekend

June 17, 2018, 6:34 am
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Happy Father's Day to Gil, Zach, John, Chad, Bobby, and all the dads out there!

The Bates have had a fun-filled, family weekend. Gil and Kelly Bates' kids came back to the homestead from Nashville, Chicago, and Florida for Zach and Whitney Bates' vow renewal at Hunter Valley Farm in Knoxville. Some of the family also spent time in Pigeon Forge's Dollywood on Saturday. Below are a few snapshots from the weekend.

Bradley Bates and Allie Webster
Bradley Bates and Allie Webster

Alyssa Webster, Zoey Webster, Allie Webster
Alyssa Webster, Zoey Webster, Allie Webster

Brooklyn Paine
Brooklyn Paine

Brandon Keilen and Zoey Webster
Brandon Keilen and Zoey Webster

Allie Webster, Michael Keilen, Zoey Webster
 Allie Webster, Michael Keilen, Zoey Webster



If you enjoy this blog, be sure to visit Ellie's other blogs (NashvilleWife.com and DuggarFamilyBlog.com).

Photos courtesy of brandonandmichaela.com, thebatesfam.com
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Bates Whisper Challenge

June 18, 2018, 7:41 am
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Bobby Smith, Tori (Bates) Smith, Kelly Bates, Gil Bates
Bobby Smith, Tori (Bates) Smith, Kelly Bates, Gil Bates

Can you read lips? Gil Bates can, and this skill comes in handy during the Whisper Challenge that he, Kelly, Tori, and Bobby compete in (video below).

Photo/video courtesy of UP
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Everly at 11 Weeks

June 18, 2018, 4:41 pm
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On Sunday, we shared a couple new photos of Zoey Webster, so we thought we would follow up with an updated picture of Everly Paine. She's almost 12 weeks old. Aren't those chubby cheeks just adorable?

Everly Paine
Everly Paine

Photo courtesy of chadanderin.com
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Carlin on Getting Married Sooner

June 19, 2018, 1:48 pm
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Carlin Bates

Now that Carlin Bates is taking classes online rather than on campus, she is able to help her mom tutor the younger Bates kids. This is a huge help to Kelly, but Carlin admits that she had another reason for making the decision.


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Kaci Turns 2

June 19, 2018, 11:13 pm
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Wishing Kaci Lynn Bates a very happy 2nd birthday!

Whitney Bates and Kaci Bates
Whitney Bates and Kaci Bates, May 2018

Kaci Bates and Bradley Bates
Kaci Bates and Bradley Bates, 2017

Bradley Bates, Zach Bates, Kaci Bates
Bradley Bates, Zach Bates, Kaci Bates, 2016

Photos courtesy of Zach and Whitney Bates
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The Bates 'Seas' the Day

June 20, 2018, 12:08 pm
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Carlin Bates and Michael Keilen
Carlin Bates and Michael Keilen

On tomorrow's new episode of Bringing Up Bates, the Bates kids meet Gil's aunts and are shocked at how agile they are, even in their 80s. Below, you'll find a written summary and photos from the show.

Thursday, June 21 
7am: Bates Bonus IV
Enjoy extra scenes from last week's episode. 
8pm: Eye Love You Day
9pm: Seas the Day NEW!
Now that many of the older Bates girls have moved out of the house, it’s Carlin’s turn to take on new household responsibilities, including tutoring her younger siblings. But how will the Bates kids respond to Carlin’s new rules? Later, the Bates head to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, so the kids can meet Mama Jane’s side of the family for the first time. The adventure begins with lunch at a seafood restaurant, but can the kids be convinced to try seafood for the very first time? And despite the cold weather, the family enjoys some bonding time on the beach, including a morning exercise stroll with Mama Jane and her sisters and some football on the sand. But during the game, will Carlin lure Evan away from the guys to pose for some “engagement worthy” photos?
10pm: SUN Day, Fun Day

Kelly Bates and Addallee Bates
Kelly Bates and Addallee Bates

Carlin Bates and Evan Stewart
Carlin Bates and Evan Stewart

Carlin Bates and Evan Stewart
 Carlin and Evan

Carlin Bates tutors Callie Bates and Addee Bates
Carlin Bates tutors Callie Bates and Addee Bates

Photos courtesy of UP 
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Kaci's Birthday

June 21, 2018, 8:10 am
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In case you missed it, yesterday was Kaci Bates' second birthday. Whitney loves taking photos of her babies, and she snapped some great ones. Kaci sure was thrilled about her special day!

Kaci Lynn Bates, 2 years old
Kaci Lynn Bates, 2 years old

Bradley Bates and Kaci Bates
(enjoying the cake that Whitney and Bradley made for "Sissy")

Photos courtesy of Zach and Whitney Bates
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Baby Smith's Gender Reveal

June 21, 2018, 12:22 pm
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Tori Bates Smith and Bobby Smith
Bobby Smith and Tori (Bates) Smith

It's time to find out whether Tori and Bobby will be busting out the pink or blue when their first child arrives in November. They recently announced the news to family and close friends, and now they're ready to share it with viewers in the video below. They have also chosen a name!

Gil and Kelly Bates currently have two grandsons and six granddaughters, so a boy would certainly help balance the numbers out. Let's see what the Smiths have to say. If you are unable to watch the clip from UP, scroll down past the video, and you can read the announcement.



It's a boy! Tori and Bobby have chosen the name Robert Ellis Smith IV. (Bobby's given name is Robert Ellis Smith III.) The couple told Entertainment Tonight that their son's nickname will be Cade.

Photo/video courtesy of UP
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'Seas the Day' Recap

June 21, 2018, 6:30 pm
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Bringing Up Bates"Seas the Day"

  • Gil and Kelly have nine children who are still in homeschool. The oldest, Katie, is finishing up her senior year, while Jeb is in first grade. “Carlin has become such a help,” says Kelly. “And she really makes school fun.”
  • “This is so fun,” Judson remarks during a school session with Carlin.
  • Gil and Kelly and some of the kids pile in the van and head down to Myrtle Beach to meet Mama Jane’s sisters. They rent a home with an in-ground pool.
  • After they arrive, their first activity is riding their bikes to Mama Jane’s beach house. The Bates aren’t wearing helmets, but UP flashes a message across the screen to remind viewers to wear theirs.
  • Gil loves introducing his aunts and uncles to his children, many of whom have never met them. “[Dad] was literally beaming,” says Erin. 
  • The group enjoys a meal at Dockside Seafood House, which is a new experience for the Bates kids. “The Bates do not like seafood,” admits Erin. “Can’t stand the smell of it, don’t like it,” adds Zach. 
  • “I eat seafood,” jokes Judson. “I see the food on my plate and I eat it.”
  • At the restaurant, the kids take turns trying shrimp and oysters. They aren’t huge fans.
  • It’s mid-February and a bit chilly outside, but that doesn’t stop the Bates from watching the sunset on the beach. Carlin insists that she and Evan take photos. “We finally got [Evan] out of there,” says Warden.
  • While the guys play football, Carlin has a chat with Papa Bill. She is earning her bachelor’s degree in general education and is also taking music classes to help her with teaching. Carlin lets Papa Bill in on a secret that Gil doesn’t yet know: She will be moving to Nashville when she marries Evan.
  • On another day, the family goes walking with Gil’s extended family. “As long as I can remember, my aunts have been walking machines,” says Gil. “Even though my aunts are like in their 80s now, they can probably still out-walk our kids.”
  • Later, Gil and some of his children go fishing on Cherry Grove Fishing Pier, a world-famous pier that is known for being the place where a record-breaking shark was caught. Gil remembers spending time there as a child. “In the end, the weather was winning, and so we decided to call it a day and come home with no fish,” says Lawson.
  • It happens to be Jackson and Addallee’s birthday, so the entire family gathers to celebrate. “The cake is fun, the presents are fun…but…the most special part for me is hearing the other kids say something praiseworthy about their sibling,” says Gil.
  • The Bates dad shares the story of how Addee stopped breathing as a newborn and was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. “I can remember that day because Jackson had convinced himself that you were his birthday present,” Kelly tells Addee. “And when the ambulance went pulling out, we were crying because of fear. He was crying because he said, ‘They’re stealing my present.’”
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Another Big Bates Announcement

June 22, 2018, 12:03 pm
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Yesterday afternoon, Tori and Bobby Smith revealed the gender of their first child, due in November. It's a boy, and they have already chosen a name. (Check the post for more details and a video.)

And if that's not enough excitement for you, the Bates have yet another announcement to share. Someone is engaged! Who do you think it will be? Carlin Bates and Evan Stewart have been courting since August, while Josie Bates and Kelton Balka started their courtship at the beginning of this year.

The news will be broadcast during the series premiere of "Our Wedding Story," which airs tonight at 9pm ET/8pm CT on UP. For those who are unable to tune in, we will share the news on our blog.

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