Family Meeting! | Are They In Trouble?

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[@johannaflores1212]

Hi

[@rmlrl1971]

For the kids who cook. Each kid takes one week of the month, and on their day that week, they need to make a new recipe they have found. It is just myself and my husband, and once a month, I try a new recipe. Sometimes I decide on a country, then try to make a dish from that country. It's a great way to change things up.

[@Stephrp613]

you can go to Ireland and get a ferry to Scotland or fly for not too much

[@MommaC1106]

so kool you respond💝😎

[@MommaC1106]

🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️

[@billieolson3903]

For your SJ house, could you change it to a VRBO/ AirBNB? If could still generate some income, but when you want to visit you still have it for your usage.

[@terriehumphries6028]

I think having a car specifically for the teens is a good idea. You would be able to teach them about saving money and buying their own gass and being responsible about cleaning it, letting you know something needs work on it and driving each other around verses asking Mom and Dad. After they get their licenses of course. Okay Shelly and kids, let's hope Jarred is on board with this. 😂 You could just get a large RV that would fit you and the kids to take with you to saint Johns; it would be cramped but you just have to remember it is a trip not a permanent and you could just park it in families driveway. But I do realize with a large family that would be a bit much. It is just a thought.

[@ilovebunnies1190]

Kylie wouldn't survive in Scotland. She would freeze. Mark wouldn't have any socks left...😂

[@nonondriessen]

I second that! And driving on the left side of the road can be confusing too!

[@lillipad3503]

Definitely A NO. Too american!

[@caitlinmorris7789]

COME TO SCOTLAND!!!!! 🎉 I think you will all love it. It would be awesome to meet you all. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@marizaanvisagie9537]

I love scotland its very beautiful there

[@maryluce8495]

They have cruises that go around scotland

[@alyssakostiew5072]

I'm excited my family and I are going on Alaska cruise at the end of June! My birthday is in early JUNE!❤

[@beckscroft18]

I'm only an hour away from Scotland too so if they show up I need a message haha 😂 ❤

[@fionamckinnon]

Scotland Forever!😊

[@phoebebuffay1566]

For the plates in their rooms, I have a solution! Keep a cart / little table outside each level where there are rooms and have them put their plates on there when they are done eating. Then make it the chore of the person who did not put their plates out to gather them all and take them to the kitchen :) This is how we used to do it at our house and it worked - worth a try!

[@qhaireeniqa7936]

Great idea..

[@bridiesmith5110]

One rule in my home, no food in bedrooms. Of course they ignored it but they were told if I have to come to bedroom to clean up, everything is fair game to be thrown out.

[@ThatColtGuy]

Or just take the dishes to the sink once done with it, and if you can’t do that then they shouldn’t be allowed food or drinks in their room.

[@FLWM45]

I love how you’re honest with the viewers about your kids not being perfect like most YT families do. Best family on YT ❤

[@allyriley2095]

i love this so much. love how you give all the kids a voice and a say and have such open and honest communication and decision making in your family. so inspirational. i’ve been watching your family for YEARS and I just love you guys and always look forward to your videos!!!!

[@nikkicox5802]

A Kia Telluride is what you need! I got a 2024 in the Fall and it's amazing!! There are 3 rows and every row has plenty of legroom.... adults fit great in the very back. And it drives super smooth!

[@darci5604]

Thanks for sharing this, it’s so important to have kids to feel like they have a say! Never have I experienced a family meeting of my own, I really enjoyed watching this. And to Jared speaking about money and the importance of saving, you and Shelly are amazing parents! ❤

[@kashiaschwab]

For Aubrey… I too have a huge fear of water, especially open/large bodies of water. I went on a single cruise & this is what I recommend. I was told an exterior room was best… lies! You do not want to be looking out onto a desk with only water. Participate in all the activities on the ship, and go out on port when the ship docks. When moving around on the boat, travel in the center, and try not to focus out the windows. Cuz yes I have anxiety attacks and got a little sick because my husband wanted to RELAX in our room more than I could handle. Keeping busy is the way to go. I for one don’t ever want to go again, but that’s due to my experience. Do better than me!

[@AdalynWilliams_8]

A red Nissan pathfinder!!!

[@JustBethTrying]

“People don’t go broke from making huge purchases.” That’s wisdom speaking right there!

[@Countriesbabe46]

Shelly and Jared I want to say it's great how you include the kids in decision making for the family ,way to go to the both of you

[@ednanelson1897]

So many parents tell their children what's going to happen so it's refreshing that you ask for their opinion about everything. Although Scotland sounds fun, I think as a family a cruise is the way to go.

[@michellesantiago1235]

They could go on a cruise that makes a a stop at Scotland

[@michellesantiago1235]

Having three vehicles means waste a lot of gas

[@ashleyg0418]

13:06 Aubrey wants to do a cabin, and everyone wants to do something fun. Gatlinburg Tennessee has cabins in the woods and a lot of fun things to do there.

[@SuperGigi06]

Love that idea

[@lillipad3503]

Aubrey is a Fall-baby - totally get het.

[@jenniferrigney-munson7668]

For groceries - I had my son put the Walmart app on his phone so when he wants something he can put it in the cart if we approve it then we'll buy it. If we go to the store to shop we use the cart as the shopping list. As we put stuff in the cart we remove it from the cart online. So it's a list we all have access too and see what everyone wants. You can do that for your grocery store if it has online shopping option.

[@ASLLover666]

i just appreciate that you give each kid the time to voice their opinions

[@lorishaw4923]

I enjoy seeing all the kids not just one dominating your vlogs

[@juliaconcepcion8392]

I'm happy that you are talking about it, cause I be looking for you like every other day, and there's nothing, I appreciate it ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dawnbrown2673]

I absolutely love that you prioritize the kids' opinions!! More parents need to incorporate this!!

[@annaluse9694]

Awesome family meeting! I would totally be interested in more help with finances and how to save. I am extremely horrible at saving money. It's like the past few years I've gotten worse. It's almost like walking around the store makes me feel better🤷🏻‍♀️ I could really use some help. Thank y'all so much for inviting us into your lives. Lots of Love from NC✌🏼💜🤗

[@lauriena23]

I love y’all so much. Your family is amazing. I understand you can’t Vlog every day but I wish you could because it makes my day when I get to sit down and watch you guys. ♥️♥️♥️

[@ashleycooper.426]

I have a 2021 Kia Sorento and i LOVE it! It has 3 rows and a spacious trunk. Plus it looks very sporty and has tons of safety features. 10/10 would recommend

[@maceykintigh8601]

I feel like you guys would get into a routine, if you did 3 to 5 days a week, breaks are okay, but you guys are so loved by those that watch. We'd love it!

[@pamelabounds8593]

Family comes first! I love your vlogs but I appreciate how you value of family time too!

[@lindadriessen9027]

Thank you for sharing this interesting family meeting. It allows to discover some more of the individual personalities and the organisation as a family. It is fascinating to witness the evolution of the dynamics of this group of your kids. Jared and Shelly, for your versatility and mindfulness I applaud you! Scotland/Ireland is worth a visit. But do your research re climate, culture and daily life (driving on the left side) thoroughly. Vlog as you can 😊

[@judycline4211]

This sounds very interesting!! You know you have such a big family and so many different opinions on all things so this voting thing sounds like it could be a great idea. Can't wait to watch this.

[@joegorbecki2054]

Hi Crazy Middles!! I am a mechanic in New York, and I feel through my years of experience with cars, a Chevy Tahoe or a Hyundai Palisade would fit your family perfectly. They have 8 seaters depending on the model you get, they are both reliable as long as you keep up with maintenance as with any vehicle, and they perform very well. I have never had any problems with them breaking down, not starting or anything like that. My personal opinion... the Tahoe does eat gas quicker than the palisade. But in New York we have some crazy hills depending on the area you are in. Arizona is different so I can't speak on behalf of that state. But those are the 2 bigger vehicles that I personally would get for your size family. One side note... they are both very easy to drive. Just want to put that out there lol. Best of luck with car shopping!!!!!

[@krznb]

I have a Suburban, and I love it! I especially picked it because of the 3 rows and larger trunk space than other cars. When we travel, that extra space really helps! Or even if you go shopping lol

[@Lindsay-D]

Im going to Scotland later this year. Super excited.. we are traveling by train all over scotland. We went through a company so accommodations and tickets excursions will all be paid for already

[@Lindsay-D]

I've never been flown or been out of my country before either. Hopefully I enjoy it. There are cruises in Europe too. Maybe do both. 😊

[@teresadbejarzambrano991]

Keep up the work u guys are the best channel on yt ❤ luv u guys!

[@lucyblackk]

As a Scottish person when I heard Trey say ‘Scotland’ I was shook. Yes come to Scotland it’s beautiful ❤

[@aliceborey4602]

I love your family so much! Shelley and Jared, ya'll are such amazing parents! I love how you include the kids with decisions. Love you guys ❤

[@kiersten7190]

Love your family. Your family is such an inspiration to me

[@meech232323]

I own a Ford Expedition and its actually my 3rd one since 2004. I cant drive anything else. Its big enough for my family with plenty of extra room and the 3rd row seating is awesome. Scotland and Ireland are on my bucket list for sure!! Hope you guys make some wonderful plans

[@kimblair3034]

I can’t wait to see more video’s , on a down day , it’s uplifting and exciting to see all the silliness and love !!

[@stephanielevesque-sj9ox]

Agreed, when I’m having a bad day or stressful day I turn to crazy middles or crazy pieces

[@vernaseace7340]

Get a hotel or a RBnB for a long weekend whenever you go. A couple times a year will not be so costly. Makes more sense than spending over 3000.00 a month.

[@rickkiesman2114]

I agree. I came here to say the same thing

[@brendad940]

I just joined the family! I don't know what one is supposed to do on the website but I'll learn! So happy to see another couple of videos so soon! Much love from Wilsonville Oregon

[@conniewalker9430]

You should ask them if they want to go to Williamsburg VA . So much history. It's beautiful there. I lived there for 2 years and I'm only an hour and a half away and they have so many fun things for the kids . 😊

[@sarahebobo]

We have had a Toyota Highlander for so many years and we replaced our 2007 Highlander with 2019 but our 2007 was still in great shape and hadn’t needed any big repairs or problems with it. I have 4 teens and they are all happy with it too. They are very safe and reliable and I highly recommend;y recommend it.

[@traciek3946]

I'm so glad you are going to vlog more, You guys get me through my day Seeing Kylie fix up a castle would be gold Love you guys HERVEY BAY QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA

[@ruthc4458]

A cruise wouls be great for your family. There’s a lot to do for all ages. A cruise includes travel to different locations (most have beaches), all food and most activities included. Aubrey will love it, trust me. My son in-law was hesitant but now loves to go. We just got back from 12 nights in the Caribbean! 🚢🛳️🚢🛳️🚢🛳️

[@agbs_creations]

I live in the caribben in one of the islands and I dream going on a cruise but can cost it.

[@karenthomson9120]

Scotland is beautiful. I live in Scotland, lots of lochs for fishing, beautiful beaches and lots of gorgeous scenery.❤

[@victoriamoore4011]

Yea same except the weather can be unpredictable 😂😂

[@alikillion9802]

Kia carnivals are 11 passengers and are a mini van style but a little bit more sleek. I would look into those.

[@karenjoyce7719]

Three comments 1. I've been watching all your old videos and brings tears to my eyes seeing how little they were 2. I love my Toyota Highlander 3. Cruises are amazing

[@maryhopcroft4263]

Omg if yall want a cabin, come to the smokey mountains in east Tennessee, you have Dollywood theme park (dolly parton) and sooooop many activities, it's a huge tourist place and omg it's soooo fun and the cabins are beautiful

[@stephaniethompson5256]

I really loved Shelly's idea of just everyday things on the vlog. I think if you do so many each week, the videos will start to feel forced and you will lose the spontaneity. I mean planning a vlog is not a bad thing but maybe a mix of both formats?

[@lillipad3503]

Definitely, its natural. Keep it that way, Shelly.

[@triciaharvey9936]

If you have an opportunity to travel to a place like Scotland , I'd definitely jump on that. You can take a cruise anytime. These are the kind of experiences to be grateful for if given a chance to go.

[@deto324]

i agree

[@fionamcphee1337]

As someone who lives in Scotland, please come and see us. You will love it!

[@TheSarahlou]

Visiting Scotland is an amazing idea. I live in England and have to say Scotland is absolutely beautiful there is lots of beautiful places to visit. Its also the same for England Ireland and Wales there is lots of castles from every century to visit and see. Just remember the weather in the UK is crazy in one day you can have snow rain hail and glorious sunshine haha. Just be prepared xx

[@megancoleman9061]

I love all the crazies!!! You guys are amazing individuals, and I would love to meet you all! I come to the page every day to see if you have posted, I would take 2 a week haha! New brunswick, Canada 🇨🇦 would love to have you all here this summer for a visit!!!

[@hopehawkins8384]

I can't wait for y'all to get your routine going on your vlogs. I've been looking for y'all for the last week. This is the first one I've seen in this week. I love y'all, crazy pieces, and anything Kylie puts out.💞💞💞💞

[@susanreed9173]

Me too! I check all 3 pages every morning hoping for new videos!

[@marlenelehano4996]

Oahu Hawaii is expensive but it’s beautiful n I wouldn’t leave this island for any other part of the world. Blessings to all…

[@Brenda-f9y]

Aubrey I'm with you! No cruise for me either. I won't even go to a beach near an ocean I'm so scared of it and have been since seeing the movie JAWS at 5 years old after my older brother who was babysitting me let me watch it. In real life I am paralyzed from the waist down and wheelchair bound but in the nightmare I had after watching the movie I was able to walk and was walking near a boat ramp when I slipped and went clear to the middle of the ocean. I looked back and saw a shark chasing me so started swimming as fast as I could to shore and as soon as I got to the beach I noticed the bottom half of my body completely gone. No oceans for me!!!

[@Lowkey.Jules_13]

I love Scotland so much!! I went there in summer 2023 and it was so fun! Also the food is amazing and the whole country is so chill and awesome. If y’all go I hope you guys have fun!!

[@marjoriemoore3546]

My husband and I have talked about the “ I don’t know what I want “ …..there needs to be a restaurant with that name…lol.

[@carwashslayer4235]

8:48 Jacob and his Counter Argument is me at a work meeting. Most of them all say the same thing 10 times and it gets the same response.

[@notsayingmyname9529]

I've had this thought about y'alls pasta salad since the beginning! I introduced my kids at a very young age to "balsamic" dressings and it is acquired. I always wondered your ratios or how they all love this! You put sugar in it!?? When I make the food a little too spicy I add sugar! It looks great, but i get your point it might be weird at first! I just can't believe you got that many kids to love it!!

[@kaelat6316]

We just bought a Volvo XC90 and looove It! It has 3 rows (7 seats). Not too huge, but great space for our family and extra trunk space.

[@GS-kv3zy]

I love love love how you parent, your an amazing family

[@kerryburns9878]

Loved this video! It is great to see how your family navigates differences of opinion. 😁

[@ryannebergsteijn5573]

You can do Scotland and Ireland in one holiday. And also include England and Wales and see bits of the whole place depending on how long you spend there. All together it's just a bit bigger than the whole of Arizona. It's beautiful!❤

[@lornahutchens4598]

I live in Scotland and to do it properly its not doing it at same time as rest of uk.. you can easily spend a week on East Coast another week driving the nc 500 and you've not touched the west coast or the borders etc ..its going to feel very cramped doing Ireland and any of England at same time

[@ryannebergsteijn5573]

@@lornahutchens4598 I know. I don't think they are going to spend a whole holiday driving with so many kids in one van. Meant it more like if they wanted to visit the two castle's they talked about and see some other stuff, they can do that easily. Not if they're going for a few days, but you can see a lot in like two weeks.

[@bonniesterritt6419]

Love watching videos. I also see with you having teen drivers and as busy as your family is you really could use another car. I think you should keep the van for the times you need to take most to all the family. Love your family.

[@kaylapugh9622]

Loved the Vlog u can’t even tell u are on the water on a cruise the kids would have a blast they have teen clubs a roller coaster water slide and basketball courts and games that all the family can do I keep waiting on y’all to announce y’all are going to adopt again I just joined the family

[@ashleyriley1179]

Love love love the long videos. And the dish and silverware stuff I get it ours is missing too lol.

[@F02023]

I drive a 2016 GMC yukon and i love it ! My mom drives a 2021 GMC Denali and she loves it ! My brother and dad both have a 2020-2022 GMC Sierra and we have 2 other GMCs in the family ! They are great reliable trucks !!!! With a little bit of luxury and not as much of the price !!!

[@teresacox9426]

What about giving the house to family so you could then have a place for visiting. Could Destiny live there? Maybe do pasta salad once a month on a set day like always on the 5th. As for meal planning, maybe those who have their meal plan ready on Sunday get some kind of reward.

[@ceciliacalvin263]

Don’t worry about when you vlog. Make the ones you do do special. Those who vlog everyday sometimes feel like they’re being forced and fake. You an Crazy Pieces are true and authentic.

[@beckywiese2270]

You can take a cruise to Scotland. See a little bit of it and see how the weather is. Aubrey cruising isn't bad. I been on a few cruises and they can be fun.

[@tylerhouser5595]

So for your vlogging schedule... You should do a weekly vlog to catch us up if you don't do a vlog for the week. Family is important. Pick up the camera when you can thru out the week and do the longer vlog for the catch up..Then sit down at some point to talk to us to catch us up. Then upload it on Mondays. I have seen other family's do it. Also have the kids pick up the camera when they have finished school work and vlog if they have a passion for it. It may help you out Shelly.

[@saragomez4991]

The black car for the teens is a great idea. A cruise would be amazing.

[@carriethompson8584]

I love the idea of multiple vlogs a week! Love your Family

[@kimp9377]

We have a Buick enclave. It gets awesome gas mileage as well as has 3 rows of seating

[@kimberlyhyde3040]

My husband solve the leaving dishes in the bedroom with our daughter. He took her bedroom door off the hinges until she got in the habit of returning the dishes to the kitchen. It took about 2 months.

[@cataudiobook6257]

I think the teens can do the shopping and cooking when it their day to cook. Set up a menu on Sunday for the whole week.

[@crystalbenneyy9723]

cruise are fun there you can go to the beach lots of activities for all the kids its like being on a hotel you will love it

[@hannahhopkins8195]

I just bought a Kia Serento. It has 3 rows and doesn’t feel like you are driving a huge SUV. I feel like it’s a compromise having the 3 rows but also being more compact and easier to drive for new drivers.

[@dawnbailey4455]

If you decide to go to Scotland, maybe you could do what my son and his friends did when they visited Ireland. They rented a houseboat, and hired a captain to navigate. That way they didn't have to worry about changing hotels and dragging their things from place to place. They had an absolute blast, and saw some wonderful sites.

[@jackierice4254]

We are from England but spend a lot of holidays in Scotland which is beautiful. The literal only ‘fly in the ointment ‘ in the summer is the mozzies.

[@Tweety2023]

31:53 Ofcourse I’m still watching! I wish all parents around the world would have the same look on life and how to raise kids as you guys. Yay to more vlogs. Can’t wait for the next one 🫶🏻

[@abigailbailey6849]

You guys are so fun. Thank you for sharing the family meeting 💕 it’s been a while for me.

[@joanslap360]

Great meeting. Great that all are included in votes. Love all of your videos. Luv and hugs from Connecticut ❤

[@sengvue8924]

Land Rover Defender, great family car for road trips, offroading, and for driving on dirt roads. Also seats up to 8 people.

[@BMarie774]

This content is invaluable. As a young adult now trying to navigate adult life, self discipline, and financial responsibility your channel means everything to me. I eat this content up! It’s genuinely changed my life. I was never really taught self accountability, and self discipline. I feel like as an adult, I now how to parent myself. It’s hard. I literally had to take on this almost split personality so I could parent myself. These videos and this channel, it’s wonderful because I truly use it as guidance on how to be a mature citizen of society. I wish I could pick your brains for just half an hour even! Just ask you everything about disciplined principles and how to enact them in life. Whether self discipline or financial discipline. It’s just been so hard. But no one else is going to tell me to do my laundry, or pay my taxes, or save money. It’s all on me. No one told me to do my homework, or study for exams, or be reasonable with any money I got as a teenager. If I do something wrong, I’ll be held accountable and there is no excuse. Self accountability has become important to me too. If I don’t tell myself to do it, it’s not gonna get done. That sounds so “duh” but for some it really is something they need to hear and learn to understand.

[@froggoonalillypad8440]

For the car situation, we have a Ford expedition you can have 2 rows in the back or you can do captains chairs but it’s a very big car and can fit lots of ppl hope this helps!!

[@Nan-vx4hf]

I live in Scotland and the weather is terrible where I live most of the year. If you want sun go on your cruise. The Ohana adventure are in Scotland and they would be able to tell you, x

[@joandepies7133]

I love Jerad's outlook on spending for the kids. Unfortunately you have a few who shall remain nameless, who seem to justify in their head that they don't spend that much. It would be fun to have them keep track for a month so they can see where the money goes. Also, I'm not a fan of food in the bedroom. That attracts ants, bugs, etc. A simple snack might be okay, but where do you draw the line. My son used to do the same with his dinner, and thought I'd be the maid and clean it up. I started stacking his plates on his bed every night that he left the plate in his room. Worked wonders.

[@txbearlover1]

I drive a kia sorrento that I love....it has 3rd row seating. I get great gas mileage and it is great for budget minded families.

[@alexandrahall1886]

I've been missing seeing you so been watching older 1s from 8yrs ago

[@rachel......2222]

I have a 2019 Acura MDX and I have 3 kids I love it ! It's really great on gas ! I love the third row seats too

[@theresalacour9600]

I love and look forward to your blogs but I understand that life happens too!! Love you all ❤❤❤

[@kristianwillson6185]

I have the new Toyota Grand Hylander and love it. There is enough room in the middle and third row for people with long legs.

[@adamcut2002]

I drive Buick Enclave and love it. This has 3rd row seating. I love most of the features the Enclave have

[@juliajones2283]

Scotland is beautiful, there is so much history, beautiful county side but also towns and villages for all you need. I think you would love it. There is so much more to the UK than just London, we have 4 beautiful countries to explore. Xx

[@kelleyanneseverinsen4819]

Watching the current conversation about vlog schedule. I don’t feel like you have to decide activities to vlog 3-5 times a week. We enjoy just the daily craziness. Especially love when a kid takes over the camera. While different perspectives.

[@spiritchaser0071]

Why don't you Rent out that house. Can you put it on Air BnB or somewhere? That way when you know your going there, you can schedule yourself inbetween the rentors.

[@ddinottia39]

They a great idea!

[@susanreed9173]

Grand Cherokee XL is awesome! I have had 3 GC with only 2 rows, but my SIL has 3 in car seats and loves her XL GC! They do a lot of traveling. Highly recommend!! Cruises are awesome!!!

[@katstonerock]

My kids are adults now and say we had the same thing everyday. I rotated meals every 2 weeks between 8-12 meals. Meal planning was hard with 2 kids, I can't imagine with your family!

[@kristiphillips7783]

I 100% get where you are coming from with the new car. The fact that the kids don't like the bus and want it gone kind of surprises me. Though the number that live at home is going down (still not small by any means) it is the one thing you all can still be together in and includes those that have moved out. Without a truck it also still comes in very handy for large grocery hauls and other ways to transport larger items. I think the bus should stay. I have a feeling it will be missed for many reasons once gone and there will be regret. I know my vote doesn't count (LOL) but being a viewer, you all use it for multiple things more than I think you realize!

[@arianac1408]

Jared’s money management tip is making me question all my life choices

[@kaelat6316]

In regards to the St. John’s house, some of you expressed liking having the house as a safe space in case something happens to the Mesa house or an easy place to stay when visiting. But, if you’re spending $3000/month and only visiting twice a year… would it be a better investment to sell the house, and instead build up your savings a bit to account for an Airbnb/hotel when visiting St.John’s or for an emergency stay if something happens in Mesa? I have no clue how much it costs to accommodate a family as large as yours, so it may not be a good trade but definitely worth looking at and potentially saving yourselves $$

[@mikafairystar]

3k a month? 36k a year saved (plus the sale cost of the house gaining interest) is a big saving yearly you could spend on accommodation