A BATES TRIP TO THE FARM

[@suestephan3255]

Trace, to have a son & Grandson like you is a piece of heaven. Thanks for doing the longer vlogs, we love it!!!!

[@bethtaig]

We love you Lydia:) 🤗🤗🤗 Your doing an amazing job as a mother and little Ryker has such a loving supportive daddy. Your both great parents. I cannot believe how people can be so mean spirited. Love from me in Australia 🇦🇺

[@sarahscharber5559]

I love how Ryker has such a good attention span, and likes to look around. ❤

[@RitaHarper-q8f]

❤ Love the vlog! Love seeing the interaction with your grandparents! Sweet family! ❤

[@riah_90]

Absolutely agree!!

[@MitMag-id1ij]

You and Lydia do a fantastic job showing what a godly family you are! Love to watch your videos.

[@deborahcutler519]

They are your grandparents-in-laws.

[@pamelageorge1639]

This episode was so touching! I had tears in my eyes seeing how each one of the grandkids takes turns visiting mama Jane and papa bill. Truly so much love for their grandparents!

[@kathy3178]

Lydia, I would imagine Mama Jane considers you as much a granddaughter as she does Erin and her sisters. You have a beautiful heart and are such a blessing.

[@susanmine]

I can't stand her. She should go spend time with her parents. It is so unfair. Just because she's so goody goody with traces side of the family, she ignores her side of the family. It's not right. Her being all Mrs. Perfect and everything. Hell, my mother had 17 brothers and sisters. Good people. Didn't have to show out like these people do

[@nancydonaldson3886]

Your grandparents are so precious. Love how you are all making sure your grandma has everybody to support her looking after your grandpa. So blessed to see all the cousins playing together

[@michellebaker6650]

My mother has Alzheimer’s and I love seeing how supportive your family is for Jane. I wish that every family would take care of family the way that you do.

[@Lyndaragirl78]

Trace, Lydia and Ryker, I’m so very glad that you are making time to be with Papa Bill and Mama Jane. And to make plans to be back at least once a month is fabulous. Also thank you Chad and Erin, and your kiddos, Gil, Kelly and your kids, Bobby, Tori, and your little crew for being there also. I know mama Jane needs all the support and help she can get. All you can do for Papa Bill is just to give him love and to talk about the old days. He remembered that Knoxville was at least 4 hours away. Sounded like he had a good day. 💕💕💕

[@blondroo]

Please be sure that you get your picture of the four generations of Bates men before Papa Bill is gone. It is something for Ryker to cherish when he grows up. Trace and Gil will treasure it too. ❤

[@marianne362]

You are always so sweet and caring to your family. Praying a lot for Papa Bill. Even now, he offers sage advice. I remember his advice to Lawson years ago. “The decisions you make today will determine the opportunities available to you tomorrow.”🙏❤️✝️

[@cynthiaburns5071]

I love love love it when you guys go to the farm. Spend as much time with the grandparents as you can because time goes by so fast! Thanks for sharing the farm with all of us.

[@Adri-oj3yt]

Lydia is a kind, wonderful, caring mom and person ❤.

[@missymyers7043]

Ryker’s smile when he was hanging out with the Kitty was precious!! What a cute moment.

[@reneedemuth5491]

I can see Chad running the South Carolina farm

[@melissawestbrook6075]

Yes, I have thought the exact same thing. 😊

[@Littleangel_-jp4xb]

I hope it stays in the family for many generations to come. It's a nice piece of heaven here on earth.

[@JJV69]

I thought the same thing

[@ngulubeprincess5009]

He will do a brilliant job of it!

[@jankehoe6078]

Enjoy the grandparents while you have them as it will never be long enough! Love to your entire family!

[@jukes243]

Yes, bring the food, do the cooking (and cleanup) and help out wherever you can. Ryker is looking more and more like Gil. Love Papa Bill. He's such a sweetheart. He has a good appetite! too.

[@RinaRoo2You]

Listen, I'm 55 and a long-time gardener from Chattanooga. I know exactly how much work Lydia and you did in the flower bed. What a tremendous labor of love ❤ You're living your love for Momma Jane and Papa Bill, and it's a beautiful thing to see in action. And listen, I wanted to comment last week, but life got in the way and stuff. I saw what was done to you. We all did. It was horrible and undeserved. I want you to know that although many were cruel and irrational, there are hundreds of thousands of us who know that person and who are familiar with the antics. And there is a large group of creators here and on other platforms, calling it out in hopes of protecting those who have been hurt by that person. We knew it was untrue. We never questioned your parenting for a moment. We prayed for you, and we spoke out against the slander. May God bless you. May you have peace and health and love as you continue your career as vloggers. Thank God Lydia is feeling better. We love you and your family, and want nothing but the best for you. We'll always be here, rooting you on! In His love, Marina Mendez

[@patricaowens]

Very Kind words,and nice of you to say them too. Thanks 😊

[@susieeverett7870]

Trace and Lydia what a sweet blessing you are to your grandparents. Spend all the time you can with them now because tomorrow is not a promise. And I’m sure little Ryker lifts their spirits as well. Love and prayers for your whole family.

[@theresadavis4885]

It’s great how you take care of your grandparents!!!! Family is everything!!!!

[@savinggrace1110]

Your sweet grandfather that’s heart breaking. But he is blessed to have the love and support of his family surrounding him.

[@christinefigueroa2529]

So special how you go see your grandparents and look for opportunities to be a blessing to them❤

[@encarnacionolson2800]

On May 14th my parents will be celebrating 66 years together and now that my mom has dementia and is not able to walk because of problems with her spine I am praying for you and your family. May God help you through this time in your life. Blessings

[@nicolegordon129]

It’s wonderful that you guys can visit Papa Bill and Momma Jane often. I love how he was saying it’s the best time of your lives. Carson is the sweetest kid and the biggest helper. Erin was moving on that little car/bike thing. I’m surprised that Ryker liked that pickle. I’m glad that you guys were able to help momma Jane with her weeds and keep her and Papa Bill company. Momma Jane loves Ryker. It’s so sweet!

[@karolmiller6984]

It was good to see Papa Bill and Mama Jane. Good to see Erin and Chad. Mama B and your dad are awesome. Safe travels.

[@benburns5995]

It is awesome to see how patient Trace is with his grandfather. It is so hard when people loose their memory but Trace shows them so much kindness. Great to see Lydia feeling better and interacting so well with Trace's side of the family.

[@MelindaFulfer]

Just watching this little blog and I thought this -- what a sweet blessing and a great picture for you to have is a picture of the generations that are still living. Example: Trace -- your granddad, your dad, you, and Ryker; that 4 generations living. What a beautiful picture for you'll to and it would be a sweet blessing to look back upon and reflect upon when the picture was taken.

[@lorinewgard2476]

You are so sweet to go visit your grandparents and help them with projects. You will never regret the time you spent there.

[@susanmine]

Yeah they're perfect little family has no narcissists in their family. They're just sooo perfect. I can't stand Lydia. She is so stuck up , you can tell.

[@jeanpotter2163]

@@susanmineyou should look in the mirror and really see who is looking back. Then pray for God’s help to have a kind heart.

[@candyharris9782]

Grandpa is so alert and talkative in this video…love it

[@OurConvictPast]

Love seeing Mama Jane and Poppa Bill. One amazing part of having a large family, is plenty of people to share their time and love with your grandparents. Sharing the yard chores and house cleaning would be such a blessing.. And nothing beats building memories.

[@Power19501]

You two melt my heart in how you are taking care of your grandparents . They are so blessed to have you all. May God continue to bless you all.

[@susanmine]

Lydia needs to take time to visit her parents. I feel so sad she doesn't take time to see them so they can see Ryker. I think that's very unfair

[@WritingArcadia]

I have so much respect for all of the Bates who are spending time with their grandparents as a pure expression of love.

[@juliefeatch4820]

Everyone needs a grandma like Jane in their life. I love how she takes an interest in all her grandchildren's life and their hobbies. Jane is a great sweet,, kind lady. Such a massive character. . My dear mum was very much like grandma Jane. Not forgetting Papa Bill. A very intelligent man..He is a dear sweetheart. My mum unfortunately had Alzheimer's. She could hold a decent conversation and would ask lots of questions. The very sad thing is she didn't know who me or my sister was. Your baby is so adorable. Those eyes!! Beautiful family. 😍 God bless you all 🙏😍 ..

[@MARIONCunningham-b9b]

Trace and Lydia you are so wonderful with your grandparents. Really shows your tender hearts. God Bless!!.💕🇨🇦

[@ChristineSmith-n9j]

What a blessing you two are to your grandparents. The flower beds looked amazing. Jane holding Ryker and interacting with him is a treasure to have and see. It was fun watching the girls race on those big wheels.Ryker's smile is adorable. Your loving connection with Jane is so special.

[@gretchenshafer8087]

Love how many visitors your grandparents have had! Wow, they must just love it! I remember Alyssa's recent blog with Rhett where she cleaned their house. What an awesome family!

[@susanboyd3260]

My dad has alzheimer's, he had to move in with my husband and I for 8 yrs until he passed. He had good and bad days. You are so blessed to still have your grandparents.

[@karenlawrence1889]

I'm so happy but so glad you got to go see them. 4 1/2 hours of driving is worth seeing them. Your creating memories not only for Ryker but for Lydia and you. To see your family to see your siblings what a wonderful visit. I know it wears her out a bit and I'm so glad all of you pitch in and cook and clean but let Lydia and Lady Jane cook a bit together its memory Lydia will always have of a grandmothers cooking. Take pictures of her recipes so you all can share special dishes you've loved as children till now. Create a History of family and health for your kids too. We are doing that now and late in the game because he didn't want his DNA out there but I've pushed long enough and finally. Issue is our family has died off and no one would tell us anything about family so thank goodness for Social Media. Thank You Trace for sharing your Grandparents and family with all of us. They are a special family.

[@carriejames5038]

I am sure the grandparents enjoy you all being there . And how you all enjoy being there as well

[@pamelabell5897]

Y'all Are In Our Prayers Always It's Always Been One Of My Favorite Things To See Is The Grandparents At The Farm, It Sadness My Heart To See Papa Bill In That Condition He's In, , Janey Especially She's In My Prayers Since We All Found Out About Papa Bill.

[@debbiemorgan6701]

Praying for Janie and Papa Bill.

[@dorisspecial3619]

My Mom went to heaven after over 25 years with senile dementia. Suggesting a person should remember what they can't is very stressful. Good point! ❤

[@dixierachell]

I always love the visits at the farm. So sweet of you both to clean the flower bed for Mama Jane. Also great to see Erin and Chad and her family and your parents.

[@MHarris-g2o]

So sweet you take care of your grandparents. Whole family is lovely.

[@rethacharette7830]

So nice to go visit your grandparents. The little kids and big kids (Lydia and Trace) had a great time playing. To be young again I wish. Stay young as long as possible. Have a wonderful day. God Bless.

[@lindsay32031]

I loved hearing Bill talk about how you’re in the best time of your life… such sweet wisdom even under the circumstances! 💛

[@jeanr502]

I love how you all make the effort to visit Mama Jane and Papa Bill as much as possible while they are still earthside. I had 2 ,grandmother's who lived into their 80's and 90's, but my Grandfather's both died young, as did both of my parents. I'm in my 60's now and my mom died when I was 25 and never got to meet my kids. I would give anything to have had more time with them all. Ask all the questions about family stories or histories while they are still here. You don't always think about those things when you're young. Lydia and Trace, I am so impressed with you as you show your love for your family and make getting together as a priority. Blessings ❤

[@kathysmith2049]

One thing I have to say all of the Bates families have beautiful children. God Bless you, I took care of my Mother who had Alzheimer’s for 9 years. You are wonderful for not forgetting them just because they have forgotten you. You will never regret spending time with them!

[@dollfactory]

I am born and raised right here in Spartanburg SC.😊 Mama Jane reminds me so much of my Grandma JoJo. We lost her a few years ago to ALZ. I was her in home care giver for the last 2years of her life. That being said I feel like I know what y'all are going through with your PaPa. You're right Lydia taking care of my Grandmother with ALZ was the hardest thing I've ever done emotionally. But I would do it all over again if given the chance. ☺️🙏🏼🫂💙🤍💕. **Ryker looks just like Lydia, who's absolutely BEAUTIFUL! 🤟🫂🤍💕

[@cindyw7013]

Thank you for sharing your life with us. Love all the Bates family and miss watching the show.

[@paulabeaman5586]

Way to Go Mama Jane for being a Duke fan!!! I’m from North Carolina and I am a huge Duke fan!!! 💙 Beautiful job on Mama Jane’s flower beds!!! That is so great that you are visit them often!!!! God bless them both and all of you!!! Have a great weekend!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@KarenMurar]

God bless you for blessing Mama Jane and Papa Bill the way you do ❤.

[@AGuilloryGirl]

@Trace&Lydia, you will never regret the time you’ve spent with your grandma and papa. It is such a blessing to have had that time!

[@JonellWhitehead-wq4ou]

Trace and Lydia….I know your videos are not scripted; they are from your heart and better than any show on TV. What a joy it is to watch your sweet family. You two are the real deal and an excellent example to all young couples! Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@susanpunako8590]

This was a great way to celebrate your grandparents. Such a special way to honor and help them with What needs done. Make those memories

[@jamiebarth9734]

Lydia your soul is so sweet 💕

[@carolkulczyk2209]

Great video! You two are wonderful with the grandparents and hiw sweet.of you to work in the flowerbeds. What a wonderful little family you are!

[@rustyacrehomestead5954]

I love watching all the Bates Family Videos! Y'all are wonderful! Beautiful babies everywhere ❤

[@fondapassmore5256]

Trace and Lydia and my sweet little Ryker. I adore your family. It’s amazing to see you love and want to take care of your grandparents. It makes my heart so happy! May god bless your family and your channel. It’s so wholesome and fun to watch. Look forward to all your content! Lydia is the most amazing mother and wife as is Trace a great dad and husband. Let’s get there channel to 100k . They deserve it!!❤

[@amyworrell9563]

You are such a precious family. The respect you show to your parents and grandparents is phenomenal. Ryker is so blessed to have you as his parents.

[@tamisnowden8555]

I love how Trace took time to Interview Chad. So kind to others

[@teresacatroppo2277]

Trace sorry that your family is going through that with your grandpa! My dad had Alzheimer’s disease for 10yrs! My mom took care of him when he couldn’t be at home by himself! I also helped my mom take care of him when she needed a break! I remember when he would get angry it was towards his sisters when they visited! But when his brother came for a visit he was always very happy when he was here! So about 10yrs ago my mom’s doctor noticed that she had developed onset dementia and she also started her on medication early so it helps! I agree with Lydia visit your grandparents often as you can! Keep up the good work as well! Also Ryker is too cute! Almost sounded like he was saying “Hey!” Lol

[@moxiejade]

The cat lying with Ryker on Mama Jane and Papa Bill’s porch was the cutest, sweetest thing! ❤

[@lauralogan3046]

I’m still watching the video, but I think it’s so sweet of you to want to clear out the flower beds, Lydia! Papa Bill & Mamma Jane seem to really enjoy sitting on their porch, so having their flower beds looking pretty will be such a blessing for them to look at when they’re out there! 🩷

[@ruthjohnson2118]

love watching your family my grandparents are long time gone so I love that you are making memories with family. God Bless The Bates family!!!!

[@vickiebelk635]

I don’t envy y’all. Tennessee’s roads are horrible!! Ryker is the cutest baby ever. Mama Jane puts a sweet smile on his face. I’m glad y’all can visit and share memories.

[@LS6993]

Love this! Spend as much time as you can with them. I love Genealogy. Some advice..... If no one has done any Genealogy work in your family, then take this time to ask your grandparents about their parents and their grandparents... Find out as much details as you can. I would give anything to ask my grandparents some questions. Record them telling stories about when they were kids. You will be so thankful down the road.

[@Ducky2964]

You guys, well the Bates family as a whole are an awesome & wonderful family. I’ve worked in healthcare all my life. At one point I worked with dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, they are awful diagnoses. As Lydia said, it is exhausting mentally and emotionally. Especially when it’s a loved one. There were PLENTY shifts I worked that were incredibly hard, and exhausting. There were plenty of them that I was physically tired as well. I love being able to see PaPa Bill and MaMa Jane in everyone’s videos, so thank you for sharing all the videos. ❤️

[@lorealh.5250]

I go over to my mother in laws house and help her with the things that she needs done. We never know how long our love one's will be here with us. My mother in law calls me her handyman. I'm always thinking of her. I love her so much. I'm enjoying your channel. It's beautiful at your grandparents house ❤

[@LisaJessing]

Hi, I’m a 62-yr old Grandmother. Looks like Riker has the same type of little rash around his mouth that my second son had. Thirty-five years ago the pediatrician prescribed a tube of Nystatin ointment. A very light application of this ointment right after washing or bathing will make his rash way better overnight. Works just as fantastically in the diaper area as well. I have three sons but only the middle son had this type of skin issue; he was also a blonde haired blue eyed baby. Hugs from Yosemite, California!

[@omirasantillanes5150]

Can't wait to see the new vlog and hope you guys have a great Saturday afternoon and evening with baby Ryker and he is so cute and adorable and he is 7 months old and he is getting so big already and hope you guys and baby Ryker have fun with Mama Jane and Papa Bill and hope Ryker loves the farm and also can't wait to see Erin and Chad with their kids on the vlog.

[@Shell-s4d]

Hi Omira 👋 I know you from DD blogs! You are always so cheery and kind❤ You are a bright light in this world, even to a stranger like me! Enjoy your weekend 😁

[@Lallystimeoutchair]

I love that all of you go to Papa Bill’s and Mama Jane’s and take care of them. I spent a lot of time with my Grandma I always spent school breaks at her house and we went on summer vacations with her. She passed away right after I graduated high school. She was an amazing person. We were raised in a Baptist household and my grandma was a missionary she went to The Philippines to be a teacher for many years. It touches my heart that all of you go help them. I will be praying for all of you

[@brendawilliams6133]

Sending prayers for popa Bill.

[@schugfamily]

Enjoy these moments... Dementia sucks. Caregiver to my livin FIL going on 2 years. One of the hardest jobs. Your sweet grama is going to need lots of help and support as it progresses. And remember those memories of you Grandpa. Love and hugs and prayers for you all..

[@donnanewcomb8195]

Gill and Kelly raised some wonderful kids all the Bates are so hard working and thoughtful and caring I always enjoy watching your videos God bless yall

[@judytackett9174]

Y'all are quickly becoming my favorite Bates family I love Lydia she is so sweet

[@theresagerling2918]

The Bates family is just amazing! Its so sweet to see how everyone makes such an effort to see Jane Jane and Papa Bill. The way Trace and his siblings are so kind to explain to Papa Bill, whose who, just warms my heart. Nice job on the flower beds; I know she appreciates the effort. Also, you are both wonderful parents, DO NOT listen to the negative comments.

[@DeeDeeToday]

You are the sweetest couple….Ryker is so adorable….bless you for always visiting your grandparents and giving them such great support.

[@barbhelle5481]

What a blessing to have such wonderful family time.❤

[@gracec6320]

I'm glad you are going at least once a month to your grandparents house. Those are some of my favorite videos from all of your family! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jerrilynhenson9024]

Great what you’re doing when you talk to Papa Bill. Proud to know you’re not trying to get him to remember. The flower beds look amazing.

[@debibarlow8904]

Ryker with the cat is so cute. Cats usually run. It is hard watching elderly family becoming forgetful. You can tell they both enjoy family visiting.

[@JackieKing-k7e]

It is so good to see your mom and dad Bates,

[@myrongriffis8017]

Love what you all are doing for your grandparents😢! The flowerbeds look awesome.

[@lydm3398]

Ryker knows when he drops things a sound comes behind it!😂Says he is smart, so go with it. Now Trace, don't drop things on purpose the kiddoes do watch you. 😂 It may be your tools next time, ouchie toes! So sweet to keep up with you grandparents and your parents. Making memories are the best to looked back on.❤

[@tracycassidy1631]

WOW, THIS BROUGHT TEARS. LAUGHTER AND YOU GUYS ARE SO WONDERFUL AND LOVING TO PAPA BILL MAMA JANE. THE FLOWER BED AMAZING. YOU REMIND ME OF MY FAMILY. BEEN WATCHING UR FAMILY SUNCE UNITED BATES SHOW. HOW AWESOME TO SEE WONDRFUL MAN YOU ARE TRACE. LYDIA IS PRECIOUS AND PERFECT MATCH YOU TWO MAKE. THIS VLOG WAS SO AMAZING. GOD BLESS YOU GUYS AND ALL BATES! GIL AND KELLI JO HAVE SUCH A LEGACY ..BILL AND JANE LOVE THEM!!

[@marlasturgill8306]

This was Amazing vlog, it’s always good too see Poppa Bill, Mama Jane they are so precious. I hate too anyone going through dementia it’s hard for the one going through it well as the care giver. Been their with my Mother In-Law. I remember my first time keeping her it broke me. She knew us but then she didn’t, it was hard. She didn’t know her home and if we showed her pictures of her husband she didn’t recognize him... I’m glad she’s not suffering any longer and she’s with her husband... Praying for the entire family because I know how close you all are and I know it’s hard watching the one that you looked up to your whole life suffer in silence! Have to say MaMa Jane is doing a fantastic job with Poppa Bill...

[@rachelle1458]

This is awesome that yall get to go to your grandparents like this! I have been following your family for years! I don't think yall are to far from us when you come to south carolina, hopefully someday I'll be able to meet some of yall. God bless!

[@ajoyfullsound]

He is such a sweet baby. I love the baby talking! ❤

[@vicki9777]

I’m crying Enjoy this time of your lives

[@sheilajones3055]

I miss my grandparents, they were very much like your grandparents. I am 60 years old now and they’ve been gone a while and I love watching your videos and seeing your relationship with your grandparents and your family. Thank you so much for sharing. Prayers for your papa Bill and your grandma Janie 🙏❤️😊😊😊

[@gloriaortez386]

Love seeing your time on the farm and making those memories with your grandparents.

[@adriannamalick3752]

It is so special to have great grandparents and a place to have memories. The family is awesome to help them out. Great to have the pictures and videos for memories to show the little ones who won't remember them.❤❤

[@mommaburgamy]

60 years is amazing, my parents will celebrate 69 years on May 21. Congratulations to them.

[@dianeammons2150]

Love watching all the families.

[@sharonmoran3156]

Ryker is so adorable! I am enjoying being a grandparent to my 8-month-old grandson! So much fun! Enjoy family time always and often!

[@dianecervantes9095]

That was beautiful seeing your grandparents your parents the whole family together spend as much time as you can with them. I have none left. Love this video. See you and your next video. Have a blessed Saturday night.❤❤❤

[@Shell-s4d]

We are a family on this page❤ We love you❤

[@lindafarmer5503]

I love watching because so sweet and I love how much you love on your little boy and your grandparents are the sweetest and I love you guys God bless you all and all your families 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RoseMery-l3n]

Yes 🙌… we Love your family, and I am always praying for your extended family as well. We would love ❤️ for your family to be able to stay here in the states! My grandparents were immigrants from Lebanon years ago, and they were very upstanding citizens just like your family. God allows us to go through trials to make us Stronger! You are an amazing Mom!!!! Be encouraged…❣️

[@carolhallock09]

"This is the best time of your life..." Boy did I see Gil Bates in that statement and Papa Bill's look. Y'all are so special. Thank you for opening up your world to us.

[@carolhallock09]

Erin is right about the ants! They help the flowers open. Don't know how, but they do!

[@deborahhopper2682]

Love it when y’all go to the farm love Papa Bill and Janie! Y’all really do such sweet things for them. Treasure each visit with them! Love Y’all! Love and Prayers Always

[@carmelabarosso3155]

So nice to see your grandparents and family you and Lydia are so helpful hope you had a safe trip home.