BABIES?? Citizenship? …and all your top JUICY questions!!

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  • Опубликовано: 29 янв 2025

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  • @debbiestripling4896
    @debbiestripling4896 2 года назад +53

    Don’t let people rush y’all into having children. Just enjoy your new life together. Get to know each other better!

  • @karenhayes2446
    @karenhayes2446 2 года назад +28

    I'm so glad most of the Bates got RUclips channels cuz I really love the Bates family I wish they still had their TV show but at least I get to watch you guys through RUclips

  • @anitamiller7169
    @anitamiller7169 2 года назад +23

    Out of all the questions… I’m so glad you’re going to enjoy each other before babies.

  • @cherylknepp8894
    @cherylknepp8894 2 года назад +57

    Awww....take a cooking class together. Or, invite your mom's over to teach you how to prepare some of your fav food! You guys are so genuine. Loving your channel.

    • @his4evr2c
      @his4evr2c 2 года назад +2

      Great idea

    • @veronika2190
      @veronika2190 2 года назад

      That's a good idea! Learn how to cook, enjoy some time together and have fun:)

  • @misichristopher3763
    @misichristopher3763 2 года назад +15

    I remember when we first came home from our honeymoon and I realized that my groom wasn’t going home because he was home! Almost 40 years ago and it’s been the best blessing EVER!

  • @granny473
    @granny473 2 года назад +68

    Ha I’m 52 years married and I still dread the "what shall we have for dinner" conversation 😂

    • @cindland
      @cindland 2 года назад +2

      @Granny, isn’t it crazy? I spent so many years cooking for a large family, and I thought I’d keep doing it. But now, with jus5 two of us, I barely feel like eating. I cook and eat two bites and I’m full, and I don’t like getting a lot of dishes dirty these days, and cleaning up for only 2 people. My hubby always wants to eat early and I’m not hungry till 8pm. So it’s mostly catch as catch can! And we let sooooo many leftovers go bad in the fridge when I ALWAYS used every last scrap.

    • @bygrace24
      @bygrace24 2 года назад +1

      @@cindland I'd bulk cook, get it all out of the way once a week 😆

  • @beccapeachey4830
    @beccapeachey4830 2 года назад +2

    You never get time alone back. Enjoy it. Getting married is a huge adjustment. Having kids is a huge adjustment. We waited several years and we loved our time together!

  • @HT-sh1yj
    @HT-sh1yj Год назад +1

    Good luck with the citizenship quest - I hope it goes smoothly - it’s truly a blessing to have the necessary financial resources to make it happen. I wish it weren’t so expensive because there are so many parents who are escaping deadly conditions in their home countries and just want a safe place to raise their kids but are hassled when they try to come to the US because they are poor.

  • @I_XIMD
    @I_XIMD 2 года назад +12

    Crockpot meals are great for you if you’re busy. They’re quick & easy.

  • @theresadavis4885
    @theresadavis4885 2 года назад +5

    Make your marriage a top priority. Communication is everything. Don’t go to bed angry. I wish you both nothing but the best in 2023!!!

  • @btalbs513
    @btalbs513 2 года назад +2

    I use the notes section on my iPhone like crazy. The best thing I’ve done is keep a list of dinner and sides for ideas as I make my menu. We have weekly staple meals and I try to make a new recipe once a week. Also, you can add a person to a note and they can edit so that’s how I keep my weekly menu then shopping list for each store. My husband can see the menu and both of us can add items to the grocery list as we need them or after I make the next weeks menu so I don’t forget anything. Crockpot meals are great and if you make a full recipe you should have enough to freeze for a second dinner. No wasting and sometimes it’s too much for leftovers

  • @carriebarnhart4497
    @carriebarnhart4497 2 года назад +4

    Y’all are adorable..just wanna say..don’t rush into becoming parents. My husband and I got pregnant 3 months into marriage and though I love my kids dearly (mom of 4 now) I sometimes wish I would’ve waited just a tad longer & just enjoyed my time as a newlywed..❤

  • @None979
    @None979 2 года назад +2

    Newlywed time period is such a special time. Once the babies start coming it is difficult to be spontaneous and free to just go where the wind blows 😂 I was married young and had a baby a year later. Looking back I missed having time to just focus on my husband. Love my children and now grandkids and everything worked out as it should but I do wish I would of had more time as a newly married couple. You are older as I was 19 when married and a Mom at 20. 3 children but 27 and family was complete. So with you being older that is a plus for having babies. You two are just the cutest and thanks for allowing us to follow along in your journey. God Bless and Happy New Year!

  • @brogregbray65
    @brogregbray65 2 года назад +1

    One of your greatest resolutions for the New Year was reading your Bible through. Read it from beginning to end. It will change your life.

  • @karinbrooks344
    @karinbrooks344 2 года назад +13

    You both are amazing people just enjoy the journey and keep God first!

  • @francesauraliadelacroix
    @francesauraliadelacroix 2 года назад +4

    Recommendation for food (how I learned) and I hope this helps in any way: professional RUclips Cooking Channels, pick one, go through their recipes, and learn from the pros so you get it right the first time i.e how to chop, prep, and so forth certain veg and meats that you wouldn’t necessarily learn from a home cook if that makes sense! It also helps to lay out all the ingredients first so you have everything to hand. And if just follow the recipe for the first year or so and you can’t go wrong, it will build your confidence and that will inspire you to keep cooking! 🎉 sending you both love and joy and to everyone reading this!

  • @ruthe2239
    @ruthe2239 2 года назад +5

    You should invest in a 4 ingredient cook book. It'll make cooking easy. I love when you talk about your families. Best marriage advice I can give you is always thank each other for the little things you do for the family.I've been married 24 yrs. we still thank each other for dishes, lawnwork, wash, meals, etc. we do for each other or the family. Don't take it for granted they'll always do them. Appreciation! is the key

  • @lorettayoungblood1027
    @lorettayoungblood1027 2 года назад +14

    It is so wonderful you both love each other’s families! That really helps out in a marriage. So blessed! ❤

  • @kakylong2
    @kakylong2 2 года назад +31

    Enjoy your time together as long as the Lord allows. Once those babies start coming, they're with you forever. 🤣 We've been married for 23 years & we're still learning things about each other. Use this time to still date each other, work hard, travel the US, & save your money towards a home of your own. We love taking long rides & day trips around our state. May the Lord bless y'all even more in the New Year & continue putting Him 1st in your lives. Happy New Year's. 😊

    • @kc26119
      @kc26119 2 года назад

      Great advice!!

    • @ASmith-jn7kf
      @ASmith-jn7kf 2 года назад

      The babies aren't there forever.....what are you talking about?

    • @ASmith-jn7kf
      @ASmith-jn7kf 2 года назад

      They can also die

    • @kakylong2
      @kakylong2 2 года назад

      @@ASmith-jn7kf I meant that once you have babies, that the babies turn into kids, who turn into adults & you're never alone anymore. I know they eventually leave the nest, but sometimes they don't. 😆

  • @gracecompton4113
    @gracecompton4113 2 года назад +1

    Y'all R the sweetest couple, A good choice for date nights is taking some cooking classes or having family members come over to teach u y'all how to make different kinds of meals.
    Oh hangry is absolutely real, I suffer from it too.
    Hope Y'alls New Year is Fantastic!!

  • @deannecanterbury6802
    @deannecanterbury6802 2 года назад +3

    Enjoy yourselves and life while you’re young. Then have children. We were married 8 yrs before having children. Tried, but the Lord said not now. We have 2 beautifully handsome boys. And 2 grandchildren. Enjoy life while you can! ❤️

  • @thejazzybug17
    @thejazzybug17 2 года назад +3

    For cooking, have Trace grill out so many days through the week, and you can take the other days and switch dishes. If he cooks you do dishes, and vice versa. It helps a ton.

  • @christinerufener3078
    @christinerufener3078 2 года назад +4

    Hello you two! It really feels like we know your family! So many connections, but mostly that my best friend is the mother-in-law of Kelton's dear cousin that lives in Ohio. We met Kelton a few years ago when he visited her. Our friendship with her family is close enough that some of our family will be staying in NC with her family on their way to Florida. Anyhow....I wanted to mention that if you're ever going down to Florida to visit family & want a romantic getaway, we have a house on "Paradise", Marco Island. We rent it out for a reasonable rate & would love to have some Bates family use it. It is about 1 1/2 mile from the beach. A perfect bike ride! So much more to say, but we can discuss more if God blesses with further communication. Thanks for the sweet videos! God bless you & keep you, make His face shine upon you...

  • @nancycagwinrealtor
    @nancycagwinrealtor 2 года назад +18

    Great to hear that Lydia will be in the process of becoming a United States citizen!!!! 2023 will be a very exciting year for you both and I'm sure Lydia will learn to be an excellent cook for her husband and future children.

  • @Nunyabusiness82777
    @Nunyabusiness82777 2 года назад +1

    Twins are great! They are a lot of work but then again entertain each other.. ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @marsihopkins1995
    @marsihopkins1995 2 года назад +4

    Coffee is definitely a must . Talking is so important no matter how difficult the situation. Don’t sweat the small stuff life is too short . Always praying good things for the two of y’all

  • @nicolegordon129
    @nicolegordon129 2 года назад +1

    Oh wow! I love that your “family friend landlord” pays you to make improvements. That’s awesome.

  • @user-yy4ej3qg6z
    @user-yy4ej3qg6z 2 года назад +4

    I love your honesty, you two look so cute together.

  • @Wkayjlamb
    @Wkayjlamb 2 года назад

    I appreciate your answer on having children. Trusting Him with your 'planning' you can't go wrong.

  • @vivianalopez00739
    @vivianalopez00739 2 года назад +3

    I've watched the Bates kids grow up through their TV show and loved them. Love Lydia. It's really cool that she's from another country. The thing I don't understand why people would ask if she was a citizen. Why does it matter🤷‍♀️. Hopefully you guys can meet all your goals for this year! Love you guys. Thank you for your RUclips channel.

    • @gweisa899
      @gweisa899 2 года назад +1

      Same she her family move from Germany to seek Ayslum in US so able to homeschool legally. Since in Germany it is illegal to homeschool. There was story about their family.

  • @christinamoscato8142
    @christinamoscato8142 2 года назад

    Hi Trace and Lydia - you said you wanted to have a goal of going through the Bible in 2023. There is a podcast called The Bible in a Year by Fr Mike Schmitz. I know you are not Catholic but many Christians have listened and followed the daily podcasts in 2021 and 2022 and you may also like it since it’s a daily reading and talk. Many Christians loved it! Try it if you’d like it really is great. Happy New Years to you both and wishes of Gods great Blessings on both of you! ❤️

  • @chessyharris6200
    @chessyharris6200 2 года назад +8

    My husband and I have been married for 32 years and we ( well I) still have discussions on where things go. But my 5 year old Grandson is helping me with that. I'm learning not to stress if things aren't exactly where I want them.🥰 Love learning more about you guys.

  • @dawnnephew9367
    @dawnnephew9367 2 года назад +15

    Y'all should make a date night taking a local cooking class together, it's fun!

  • @rachelmoore7202
    @rachelmoore7202 2 года назад +10

    Happy New Year to my favorite Bates couple, and Happy New Year to Maui too!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @grandmashomemade9204
    @grandmashomemade9204 2 года назад +1

    Me and my husband married at 17 graduated and he went in service 11 months later we had a son. Then 3 years later a daughter. We have now been married 38 years and still in love. One of the arguments we had was he squeezed the toothpaste from the center so we solved it by him getting his own toothpaste and I got my own...Have to find ways to compromise. And God is the head of our marriage.

  • @angelacrane9589
    @angelacrane9589 2 года назад +2

    I hope you guys actually take the time to travel and enjoy one another. Lydia has many years to have children lol. It would just be nice to see one of y'all explore being married before popping out kiddos. Happy New Year 🎆 Hope it's a great one!

  • @lornab2555
    @lornab2555 2 года назад +6

    Happy New Year Trace & Lydia you are such a great couple! I love you 🥰🙏🇨🇦

  • @2156cynthia
    @2156cynthia 2 года назад +3

    My husband learned the same thing about me on our honeymoon. I kept telling him I needed to eat but he thought that meant in the next hr or two. NO. NOW! We bought a cooler and kept it stocked in the car:)

  • @wjutjck1
    @wjutjck1 2 года назад

    I read the whole Old Testament in 2022. I will be reading the New Testament this year and other inspirational talks and books.

  • @kellywawro3132
    @kellywawro3132 2 года назад +1

    You just got married, enjoy each other. The babies will come when the time is right.

  • @bpgk2007
    @bpgk2007 2 года назад

    Enjoy this time before kids come along. It's a very special time of life. I know I wish I would have appreciated my time with just my husband pre kids more.

  • @aliholdener1584
    @aliholdener1584 2 года назад +1

    Y’all are precious! I’ve been married 18 years and I loved this video. ❤ blessings

  • @totallifehacker1781
    @totallifehacker1781 2 года назад +3

    Every first time parent is a little nervous. You both will be great parents. Enjoy each step of your marriage.

  • @joanneschwartz3753
    @joanneschwartz3753 2 года назад +9

    Happy New Year! Thank you for being so open and honest with answering the questions! May 2023 be filled with abundant blessings for both of you! ❤️🙏

  • @cherylmckiver2979
    @cherylmckiver2979 2 года назад

    Yes as fans says enjoy yourself

  • @vickyCA1643
    @vickyCA1643 2 года назад

    Wow, Lydia looks so much like Carlin. All of the Bates women, whether blood or married in, are beautiful!

  • @peggyburas52
    @peggyburas52 2 года назад +2

    You are both so real. I love watching you and your family. I feel like you are friends ‼️‼️

  • @Wifeofasoldiermomto5andgrandma
    @Wifeofasoldiermomto5andgrandma 2 года назад +8

    Happy new year may the Lord bless you both with all your dreams.

  • @joellaogilvie2744
    @joellaogilvie2744 2 года назад +4

    Read the 5 love languages together. It is a wonderful book.

  • @michellemybelle9591
    @michellemybelle9591 2 года назад +2

    Daily Audio Bible is good I did it in 2022! First time ever and feel like first time staying with something! That is very Wedding Planner! 😂😂😂 I'm sorry for what I said when I was HANGRY. That is so sweet. I love that y'all love family, my son lives in town and NOTHING, not even a text or a call. 🙏 for that please. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

  • @betteeyer1589
    @betteeyer1589 2 года назад

    I was lucky enough to have amazing grandmothers and my step grandmother, along with lots of Aunts(2nd mothers) and my amazing Momma that are all southern farming country women that had me in the kitchen standing on a stool or chair helping by the time I was 3...so cooking without a recipe and creating my own comes easily. I am also married to a chef so he does his share of meals as well. Had I not had my entire life of wonderful cooks to teach me I would definitely look into Everyplate. They send your order to you with all your ingredients pre measured for each recipe and the recipe cards are so simple to follow and you create delicious meals. Maybe that is something y'all could look into and use those as little stay at home date nights as you learn together to become more comfortable in the kitchen. I absolutely adore you two and how real you are! God bless you both and your families this new year and all the years to come.

  • @honeyk4551
    @honeyk4551 2 года назад +1

    question: Lydia, why did you move on your own with friends?
    Also, the benefits of having alot of siblings is extra hands when you need help or when you need to move. And hopefully free babysitting one day when you're blessed with a child 😁
    btw. Can you share some of the questions or conversations you had during premarital counseling
    loved this Q&A thanks for posting xoxo

  • @orlabuckley9641
    @orlabuckley9641 2 года назад

    I get it when you say that you feel guilty not spending much time with your family, Trace's family and your own friends so you both should have more people coming over to your place, you both still have to give time to each other and that is the most important part

  • @lindafarmer5503
    @lindafarmer5503 2 года назад +3

    If your mom's or dad's come to your home would you please let them be on your video because I miss seeing them on tellavision and I love you all and love watching you all each week God bless you all and your families ❤️

  • @charleybrown62
    @charleybrown62 2 года назад

    I absolutely love you two,such a beautiful couple, enjoy each other,time flies by just enjoy,God 🙏 Bless you both.

  • @cindland
    @cindland 2 года назад

    What a great first date, bc it gave a good opening for conversation. Not only for a topic but to discuss something emotional, since the ride included a “harrowing experience”.

  • @Jaklien2
    @Jaklien2 2 года назад +1

    Hi Lydia and Trace. Greetings from the Netherlands. I’m Dutch and my Husband is German. We are married for over 40 years. We live in th the Netherlands but at home my husband and I speak German most of the time. Sometimes we mix both languages 😂. I was wondering if Lydia still speaks German? I love you and all of your family ❤. May the Lord bless you both and your marriage 🙏🏻❤️

  • @lindatawera8013
    @lindatawera8013 2 года назад +2

    Happy New Year Trace & Lydia.🥳 Looking forward to seeing more seasons in your life together👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨

  • @melissakoon2097
    @melissakoon2097 Год назад

    My husband sons are from Germany his first wife is German when he was in the service over there around Frankfurt all the boys are here in the states now ❤️ the oldest son he learned how to be a butcher over in Germany so he can process our deer for us and his own also he nows different cuts of meat to do

  • @lories8898
    @lories8898 2 года назад +9

    I can vouch that Lydia is wonderful with kids!! 😁

  • @nancymosley708
    @nancymosley708 2 года назад

    It’s fun to get to know you both. I’ve been married 30 years and struggle with meal planning so I always admire those who do that well. I can see in a small space and Maui being deaf why being the only pet is good for him. I do hope your 2023 has many blessings 😊

  • @shelleystorey5923
    @shelleystorey5923 2 года назад +1

    More time together you will grow... it's ok to be different..... you both have good Heart... children will come..

  • @deborahhopper2682
    @deborahhopper2682 2 года назад +1

    Happy New Year 🎆 I enjoyed this! You have plenty of time for children just enjoy each other for a while! Love and Prayers Always

  • @donnasmallwood9793
    @donnasmallwood9793 2 года назад +2

    Happy new year, i hope and pray that yall are blessed with a wonderful year. Learning and loving together 💙❤❣️❣️

  • @elizabethgray9092
    @elizabethgray9092 2 года назад +3

    I loves those answers from questions and they were great and I would like say Happy New Years to you both.

  • @ashleighburroughs3581
    @ashleighburroughs3581 2 года назад +1

    Great QandA!! Thanks for answering all these questions.

  • @shawnfactor3284
    @shawnfactor3284 2 года назад +1

    You two are such a great couple! Love your videos, thanks for sharing your lives with us…

  • @Ksue1969
    @Ksue1969 2 года назад

    Get out that crock pot and toss some meat and veggies in, there are super easy one pot recipes. You guys are so sweet! 🎉happy 2023

  • @susanreid122
    @susanreid122 2 года назад +4

    Lydia: Don't look it up! Me: *immediately searches for her show* lol!! I love your videos. If you do another Q&A I would love to know, has Trace learned any German, and would you raise your kids bilingual? xx

    • @MB-oj7yu
      @MB-oj7yu Год назад

      What do I search to find this show of her?

  • @ErikaCoward
    @ErikaCoward Год назад

    You guys are an amazing couple and congratulations on your wedding I love your videos

  • @carole3995
    @carole3995 2 года назад +1

    Blessings for a wonderful life ahead of you guys, can't wait to see what the future holds, love German food and definitely need coffee ☕

  • @MissyDcherrydaisypie25
    @MissyDcherrydaisypie25 2 года назад +3

    Happy New Year Trace and Lydia!!! And Maui !!

  • @lynelljansen8057
    @lynelljansen8057 2 года назад

    Lydia, it would be fun to see more about your photography, gear you use. Photo shoots and locations.

  • @lydm3398
    @lydm3398 2 года назад +1

    Seriously we are married 42 yrs and we have never had real fights. Like you just hangry tiffs. Then we laugh about it. We never go to bed to without saying we love each other and 1st thing we say when we get up. Yes enjoy life and each other!

  • @kimc7920
    @kimc7920 2 года назад +2

    🎉Happy New Year! A lot of great questions and fun getting to learn more about you too. and your cat is beautiful ❤🙏

  • @tonisangel5024
    @tonisangel5024 2 года назад

    Lydia and Trace your such a beautiful couple this is just the start of a beautiful journey together with your faith and family and your endless love ya'll will be just fine I'm italian so ny mama was a unbelievable cook I learned by watching my mamaand when I got married she helped me alot I love watching cooking shows and I started out making easy recipes Lydia you can do so much in the crock pot Google crock pot meals and maybe start there easy meals have fun cook together Trace can get into grilling he'd really enjoy it! I love y'all so much you both make my heart smile and I'll admit I cant wait for that beautiful bb...😘💥🙏💥💜💛💚🤗

  • @connieploeger3704
    @connieploeger3704 2 года назад +2

    Wishing you both a blessed 2023!

  • @L.M.P104
    @L.M.P104 2 года назад

    HAPPY NEW YEAR- Trace , Lydia and Maui enjoy new adventures and blessings that I’m sure you’ll be blessed with from god ! HAPPY 2023!!!

  • @dianecervantes2662
    @dianecervantes2662 2 года назад +1

    Y'all guys are awesome happy New years from my family to yours y'all have a blessed Saturday see you in 2023 🎊🎊❤️

  • @francesglasgow3931
    @francesglasgow3931 2 года назад +1

    You are a beautiful couple,and God new you were made for each other,take one day at a time, keep asking The Lord to guide your steps,daily,study the word together,as that's important for your life together,God Bless you always,💜💜🙏🙏

  • @emilymason1343
    @emilymason1343 2 года назад

    Family time is the best!

  • @ameliamcshane2283
    @ameliamcshane2283 Год назад

    You all are adorable

  • @gennelle5
    @gennelle5 2 года назад +1

    Congrats on Tennessee's win! Happy New Year!

  • @natashagilbert2875
    @natashagilbert2875 2 года назад

    Beautiful couple. Love watching your little family

  • @leahlincoski1524
    @leahlincoski1524 2 года назад

    I would love to see a video about all this German food you keep talking about! Show us your family recipes!

  • @jolynschott7189
    @jolynschott7189 2 года назад

    Happy New Years
    God Bless you both
    Congratulations on your marriage
    Love you both.
    May God bless you with the babies when he thinks you are ready.

  • @jeanpotter2163
    @jeanpotter2163 2 года назад +1

    I know you had a great Christmas and I’m wishing you a great new year!

  • @bethpittsiirjdjdb1028
    @bethpittsiirjdjdb1028 2 года назад +1

    Great video
    Trace do you still have the horses that you rode on the show ?

  • @omirasantillanes5150
    @omirasantillanes5150 2 года назад +2

    Happy new year eve and can't wait to see the new vlog

  • @sallysmith155
    @sallysmith155 2 года назад

    I really enjoy your videos And it's lovely you done QA. Happy new year to you both fo 2023.🙏🙏

  • @lindajones8895
    @lindajones8895 2 года назад

    I didn't know to cook when I got married. It comes with time. Luckily my ex-husband knew how to cook. You guys are doing great. Happy New Year ❤️❤️🎉🎊🎊
    Take your time on having babies. Exactly in the Lord's time.

  • @lesliemarshall557
    @lesliemarshall557 2 года назад

    Happy New Year to you both an your fur baby….. I can’t wait to see what happens in 2023 for you both.❤

  • @bethtaig2443
    @bethtaig2443 2 года назад

    Happy New Year to you both. 🎉 from me in Australia 🇦🇺 love love love your RUclips channel. I really look forward to it every week.

  • @conniewilliams996
    @conniewilliams996 2 года назад

    Happy New Year! I hope you have a blessed year.

  • @marilynfdavis891
    @marilynfdavis891 2 года назад

    Many Blessings in the New Year!! 💜🎉

  • @rachaelcrout8904
    @rachaelcrout8904 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing with us!😊

  • @selinabutler1164
    @selinabutler1164 2 года назад

    Happy New Years! Thanks for sharing! Love you guys, love the Bates! Xoxo

  • @maeminor2771
    @maeminor2771 2 года назад

    Happy New Year. Hope it's a great one.

  • @mini7318
    @mini7318 2 года назад +2

    Happy New Year from Australia 🎉

  • @sandyramkarran6936
    @sandyramkarran6936 2 года назад

    Lydia I was an immigrant came to this country with my green card and 5 years after I become a US citizen it's a little bit expensive now in those days it was only like $60 but you have to get to it that's the best thing ever I know it's expensive but it's money worth spend good luck 👍🙏