I’ve been watching this vlog since the beginning and before that I was watching Bringing Up Bates. To be perfectly honest, I miss the early days when the families acted more like normal people. Social Media and all its perks and payments has changed them. Normal people cannot afford the extravagancies that influencers all the time. I miss just the fun loving real life, non sponsored vlogs of yesteryear. I miss the real life, 5 day work week, making ends meet lifestyle they used to have. I feel it was more relatable to most. I still like to watch and keep up with everyone, I just enjoyed it a bit more when it felt “more real”.
I agree it’s all about dressing to the nines now and fashion and spending tons of money. Ralph Lauren and Samba’s a Tesla a jeep all the trips. They used to have to wear dresses that came past their knees or down to the floor now most of the girls wear skimpy dresses. They’re great people but wow, things have changed.
Most young family's can't afford their lifestyle. All those trips, vacation, theater. I'm glad if i can go on vacation once a year. Layla is performance all the time with a camera on her. 😢 I miss the early days with picknick in the park.
I’m sorry. No offense. But we have over a 1000 kids living in tents whose homes were swept away in Helene. Snow in the mountains. It looks the same 50 days later as when it happened. Cadaver dogs every day still doing recovery. This is not the Stewart’s fault, but I can’t watch this today. Maybe later. Going through what we’ve gone through in Swannanoa, gives perspective to life. I do not think badly of anyone who has …in any way, but at this time I just can’t focus on this kind of extravagance (I’m referring to that party for a 1 yr. Old) when kids and families are living in tents across the street. 😢. I truly hope your kids had a great time. ❤ God bless y’all, and hug your family. Know how extremely blessed you are. I’ll watch later. 😊 we all love your family.
My thoughts exactly. Is it God first or material things first ???? You think it’s great she’s so independent, and in charge. Boy do you guys have alot to learn.
I might sound negative, but that party was over the top. And the friends of yours’ kids won’t feel any more loved just because their parents threw them a ridiculously extravagant birthday party. I enjoy seeing more of your families in your vlogs than other people.
See it was the first birthday wst bdays are always very special for mine lil one im hoping to go all out over the top cause i was told for years i couldnt have kids and 13 years later we had our first and only so her first is gonna be over the top
As soon as you give the kids their own "trees" in their rooms, they no longer want to gather around the big tree in the living room, that is until there are presents under the big tree!!
Yes, my thoughts exactly. They have already experienced the Christmas tree moment so it's not that "special" for the big tree. These are just my thoughts and I could be wrong. Either way, love the family and how much God has blessed them. I hope God heals Evan and Carlins heart from what their new experience with their little girl. As well mostly, I pray God helps those in need in the states surrounding them that were effected by natural distasters. God is with you and loves you. God bless you all. 🙏🕊
We threw a huge, fancy Mickey Mouse themed party for my grandson's first birthday. When someone commented that that was a lot of money and work for something he won't even remember, my daughter responded that the first birthday isn't for the kid, it's for the parents to celebrate that they managed to keep this tiny human alive for an entire year. 😊 My grandson has autism and is non-verbal, and he will never appreciate that party, but it was a wonderful memory for my daughter. No, no one can prepare you for when your kids begin to grow up and become more independent. It's even harder when they become adults. Don't blink; it goes by so very quickly. ❤
You have to make them do certain things in the formative years that they " don't want to do " ie decorate the tree as a family. Because that teaches you work ethic, of pushing through a job or season you don't feel like doing. Also, how to compromise, share ect . Because no one as an adult likes to hang out with a whiny , or selfish individual.
Oh my gosh the part about decorating for Christmas and Layla wanting to do her own thing…brought tears to my eyes. My kids are grown with their own kids now, but here’s the thing - Layla is going to come back to the sentimentality of it all, I promise you! She’s just at an age where she’s learning her independence but it won’t be long before she is loving this part of her life and doing all the Christmas things with her family!! Hang in there guys 🎄💕
I used to say about my four year old daughter that being assertive and independent was great in a woman but not in a four year old. She grew up, turned 25 and is even more assertive and independent. She is getting married next year and I didn’t get a say in ANY part of the decision making…now that makes a parent extremely sad and very despondent. I now have to pay the consequences of allowing my little girl grow up too quick. Please learn something from my situation and tell her what to do and be her parent, not so much of a friend 🥺 GOOD LUCK💗🇦🇺
1st bday parties are for the mama’s, not the babies. She might be able to book some parties if she is interested in that. It was beautiful, extravagant, PINK AND PINK! Love the pink punch, pink macarons, the pink balloon bow. I loved it all. I feel like it’s their business, their dollar(dollars) If mama is happy and made the memories she wanted to make , it’s all good!
Evan don’t worry..my kids come home from school for the holidays and don’t want to leave. They’re home every chance they get! They even bring out of state friends along to spend the holidays with us..love it ❤
My oldest is is 44 and I can tell you every year is a new learning for you as a parent and now for me as a a granny, it's beautiful and so sweet and so heartfelt Enjoy every moment!
Could be since they have their own trees in their rooms this year, the main tree has lost the “oomph” for Layla. So sweet. But you also can’t force the traditions.❤
Yes you can. You tell a 5 year old that the whole family is going to decorate. Period. Layla at age 10, age 15, is not going to be so "cute" if she has control now.
My Dad and brother put up the Christmas tree, my mom vacuumed up the fallen needles and then my sister and I did the lights and ornaments by ourselves. You're making great memories no matter how things change. Y'all are so incredibly blessed.
Holy cow. 😮🤯 My kids were lucky to get a 🎁 bday gift, little lone such an extravagant party! We struggled to even pay the normal bills…like heat in the winter!! We really worked hard for so little. Parents these days spend their money in such crazy ways. This is NOT how normal middle class families celebrate a birthday. It’s hard to imagine such a lifestyle. I’m glad my children know they’re loved, without having to break the bank. Well, happy birthday to her! Every life is worth celebrating! 🥳
For a one year old? All of that money! They must have a lot of money to spend! I thought everyone was struggling? Our kids got to go to pick a nice restaurant and they got a cake of their choice and something they'd been wanting for a gift! Even then we had to budget to pay for everything, because back then we paid cash!
Granted, I have a gigantic family, but it was my cousins 1st birthday and they rented...a Banquet hall😮 My Aunties, in their upper 80's, were in shock!!! I mean, we only turn 1 once in life😂 but was it more to feed the 'parents' ego? Or, for the baby 🤷♀️ who won't remember? I think in my family, clearly it's...ego. Narcissism 😅 Which, can create future narcissists when those children reach adulthood. Too many of those in the world. The saddest is, reaching adulthood, really, no one cares about another adults birthday, except for a select few. I grew up having descent family parties, nothing huge or lavish, but so much love and it was a real surprise, kind of sad, to realize, no one cares in the real world that it's your birthday😂 So many people in my family treat their children by overcompensating with praise, everything is yayyyy, good job, you're the best, so special etc., and seeing these children get older and many are adults are me, me, me, I, I, I people, narcissists! Disheartening to wreck the youth because of parents egos😢 and there are so many ill adjusted young adults that are entitled, self serving and so much more😢 Praise...NOT pedestals parents! Not saying the people in the video are like my family at all, just sharing my experience and I'm glad you shared yours!❤
Ya'll also remember that people like them are making $$💰 🤑 off of people like us watching small parts of their lives. The Stewart family is a very sweet little family in my opinion of watching them on and off over the years.
I grew up poor as smuck BUTT here is the thing so many adults are parent shaming otheres choices when it’s not their life’s I’m happy for your kids butt I’m also happy for the kid that had that birthday party We don’t need to be so negative about others life
Your friends planned a beautiful party💗🤍 It was nice to see Zach and Whitney. You guys are a bright spot in the lives of so many. I love your positivity and love for each other. I look forward to your videos every week.
I loved the kids trying to pick out a tree. It can be overwhelming. Laylas outfit for the tree farm was adorable. Zade is so cute and I can’t get over his arm rolls that he still has. You just want to squeeze him. Fun that your kids had trees in their room. That’s magical. I did grow up in GA although I live in KC now. So I have to say Go Dawgs! 🏈That was a fun way to watch a game together.
These two influencers (who hosted the party) are ridiculously over the top with everything. I don't mean to sound mean but they seem incredibly immature.
Parenting is bitter sweet. Bc we are given our children to ultimately let them go. So all through the different ages and stages we are actually losing a bit of then every day as they mature and try to make decisions on their own. Hold on tight onto the times where they let us in more!❤️
You guys have so much love to give a kid get one 4-9 years old out of foster care and show them they too are loved!🥰 think about it your family has so much love!
Time flys. My baby boy is now 18, up at college and EMT. My daughter is 16, HS junior and use to "love me, lol". At the end of the day you just remember they will always need you even from afar. Just hold on to every memory. I still cry because I have to let them be. But, when they need mom I know immediately. They grow up fast, but in my heart they are still my babies.
That party was so pretty … and it looked so fun. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of seeing y’all hang out with Zach and Whitney. Y’all are teaching and showing them how to love each other and all the things. The cousin vibe is so dope! Layla’s outfits match her personality for sure. But why did y’all make my eyes sweat a little with the parent moment…😪😪♥️ It’s so sweet and y’all were feeling all the daddy/mommy feels.
I've had good years and bad years about older kids decorating the tree. However, because it is a family tradition, we have always said you have to help a little. Yes, we enforced it, even if that meant they helped put on candy canes and their ornmaments with their names on them only. I'm talking about our 14-17 year old sons. Thankfully, my husband agreed that some things you do as a family. I think it's up to the parents to set the tone, and figure out what you want to stick with when it comes to family traditions and children participating.
They absolutely don’t tell you that the hardest part of parenting is the letting go. They’re so dependent on you the first year and you think it should be that way forever. With each new phase, parents have no choice but to let go little by little. Enjoy every moment with them. Before you know it, they’ll be a senior in high school like my son and going off to college.
No. No. No. How do people throw such money at a child's party when you can go almost anywhere in the States and run into people struggling to feed and house their families... Never mind in the entire world??! Tunnel vision that is very, very self-centered. This is why it's so vital for people to actually READ their Bibles and then follow the instructions and examples therein. So Sad. 😢
Our son is 23 years old. We still long for the days when he was little. We cannot wait for grandchildren so we can experience little ones all over again.
I love your family, but Layla is 5. She really shouldn’t be feeling this way. Way too grown up for 5. I really believe it’s the over the top everything you do with her. She is already full of drama and she is only 4 about to be 5. Your sweet mama and daddy worked so hard to make your life simple without all the stuff. My favorite episodes are Papa Bill and Janie videos. The playing horseshoes and croquet. Walking to the cows. The silly games and dress ups on I love you day. The sweet little presents that you bought each other by doing chores and saving because it was something that they would love to have. You are wonderful parents, but may need to take a step back.
Tree looks great! So fun putting up the lights with Zade. 😊 Consider putting the tree in front of the mirror if you are not happy with where the white chairs are. Then you can put the chairs closer to fireplace.
So cute to see how excited Layla and Zade were to see everything. But wow who in the world can afford all this and go all out for a 1 year old. I mean it looks beautiful and so much fun, but I don't think the 1 year old really cares or will remember any of it. All for show I guess. But I love love watching the kids's excitement and happiness, they are so so very precious.
One of ours was very independent at a young age. It was great but frustrating at the same time. Now that she is an adult it has made her a better person.
I saw the Christmas trees in the kids room on your Instagram. I thought it was the cutest thing! Yes the kids do grow up. Wait until your son says"Mom I am getting so old." I told him what does that make me!!! LOL!!! Your home is decorated beautifully! Thanks once again for sharing oh I forgot you have to get out your oranges that you made years ago. I loved them the most!
My kids are all out of the house and now in different states, so we barely have a Christmas with all the kids and grandkids, it's hard because I love traditions. Make those memories and as they grow make different family traditions to adapt to your situation. Love your family!
My son's eldest daughter at 12 yrs old went for her first ever non family member sleep over last weekend - she has a phone for when she is out (walking to Nana's one street over and walking to school 4 streets over etc) and she forgot to charge it so when she did not answer her phone my son, her farther when over to her friend house to check on her - she was two streets over from their house - Dad standing in the door saying please charge you phone so I can contact you - he was a shocker for this as a teenager so I laughed and said oh the payback coming your way - remember all the things I worried about you times it by 3 as that is how many grandbabies you have given me
Best advice for the kids growing up is, appreciate the memories and experiences that each age offers, and explain why certain traditions mean what they do to you as parents
I hate to see what she gets next year. People in N.C and Florida probably wont be able to give their kids a Christmas and people like that like to show off. I fast forward through the video cause it made me sick to watch. Zade was so cute helping with the tree
I love how they got the other kids a little gift. I was impressed that the kids waited to get on the bounce house. Zade , running and saying wait for mee
Okay Evan, I hate to break it to you but it only gets worse, especially with girls. I have three. I am like you, a "Christmas Tradition/Hallmark vibes" person. Decorating the tree together has been my one non-negotiable. But I'm not gonna lie, there's been years the fight to get all of them in the room to do it has seemed not worth it. Hang in there...lower the expectations and just enjoy the moments when they come!! Merry Christmas Stew Crew❤
Matching pj's but Evan was the only one wearing them. lol You're a good sport, Evan. I would love to have a spouse as upbeat as you. Love the clothes you choose for Layla and Zade, Carlin. They always look so stylish and cute. I felt the sting of my daughter growing up when she turned 14. So long ago now. Keep kissing and hugging you two. MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
Evan and Carlin, thanks for the laughs! Really enjoyed your video. Looks like Layla and Zade enjoyed the birthday party as well as y'all. And looks like y'all had fun getting a real Christmas 🎄! Love your lights and all your Christmas decorations! Love y'all and God Bless!❤️ Wishing y'all a very Happy Thanksgiving too!
I can't believe for a 1st birthday that he won't remember So evidently we are the only ones struggling I am really considering if I will continue to watch them and something to think about how watching them is supporting swimming pool in the yard and different trips and now this birthday party But just my opinion
Carlin and Evan weren't the ones who hosted the party. Another influencer couple were (the other couple is constantly flexing their wealth). I think the majority of people are doing it hard now, just not the ones in this video. If it makes you discontent, then you shouldn't watch xx
@@cbpaddingtonbear2606 : People with a sense that others exist in this world, many, many of them in dire need, should not watch this sort of superficial tripe.
The kids are really cute but honestly I can't understand a word either one of them are saying. The parents talk super fast too, so that could be why their kids are having a hard time learning how to talk.
❤💚 Love your channel! I looked at your IG with the kiddos looking at their tree! So precious! Here’s an idea to have the kids involved with decorating the trees! Here’s the choices- Seat and watch us decorate the tree or you can help decorate! We want to all be together as we decorate the tree! 🎄 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 Merry Christmas! 🎁
I loved tbe birthday party it was really pretty. Go Dawgs sorry Evan & Carlin I'm originally from Georgia live in florida. Love your Cristmas decorations and the trees in Layal and Zades rooms are precious. Really good video. I'm goihg to he positive about this, times change, this isn't the past it's now and the future. However a parent wanrs to have a birthday party for a child is their business.
Some times you just need to do as a family. I tell my kids just do it for Mom. We do so much for them, they can do this for Mom whether it's decorating a tree or taking a picture sometimes my kids don't want to but we do so much for our kids at least they can do the traditions that we like to do.
I’ve been watching this vlog since the beginning and before that I was watching Bringing Up Bates. To be perfectly honest, I miss the early days when the families acted more like normal people. Social Media and all its perks and payments has changed them. Normal people cannot afford the extravagancies that influencers all the time. I miss just the fun loving real life, non sponsored vlogs of yesteryear. I miss the real life, 5 day work week, making ends meet lifestyle they used to have. I feel it was more relatable to most.
I still like to watch and keep up with everyone, I just enjoyed it a bit more when it felt “more real”.
Same ❤
yes
I think there are newer, less "discovered", couples out there.
I agree it’s all about dressing to the nines now and fashion and spending tons of money. Ralph Lauren and Samba’s a Tesla a jeep all the trips. They used to have to wear dresses that came past their knees or down to the floor now most of the girls wear skimpy dresses. They’re great people but wow, things have changed.
Most young family's can't afford their lifestyle. All those trips, vacation, theater. I'm glad if i can go on vacation once a year.
Layla is performance all the time with a camera on her. 😢
I miss the early days with picknick in the park.
We need a Travis/Evan singing among the Christmas trees video.
yes! another Travis/Evan duet please!!!
Like last year! Yesss!!
I love to hear Travis sing!!
The super cheesey Christmas duet needs to become a tradition!
Yes yes yes another Evan & Travis duet! Was so great last year!!! ❤ u guys bunches. God bless
I’m sorry. No offense. But we have over a 1000 kids living in tents whose homes were swept away in Helene. Snow in the mountains. It looks the same 50 days later as when it happened. Cadaver dogs every day still doing recovery. This is not the Stewart’s fault, but I can’t watch this today. Maybe later. Going through what we’ve gone through in Swannanoa, gives perspective to life. I do not think badly of anyone who has …in any way, but at this time I just can’t focus on this kind of extravagance (I’m referring to that party for a 1 yr. Old) when kids and families are living in tents across the street. 😢.
I truly hope your kids had a great time. ❤ God bless y’all, and hug your family. Know how extremely blessed you are. I’ll watch later. 😊 we all love your family.
I totally agree
Yes. If someone has that much to spare they should donate..I know RUclipsrs get things sent to them, and deals but I don't know in their case
@@JolovesDecor Spot on!! 👍🏻
My thoughts exactly.
Is it God first or material things first ???? You think it’s great she’s so independent, and in charge. Boy do you guys have alot to learn.
It’s all over the top and in your face😳The world seems so unbalanced….Peace to all of good will🕊️
I might sound negative, but that party was over the top. And the friends of yours’ kids won’t feel any more loved just because their parents threw them a ridiculously extravagant birthday party. I enjoy seeing more of your families in your vlogs than other people.
@@amyworrell9563 it was extravagant but the little ones loved it and felt special.
See it was the first birthday wst bdays are always very special for mine lil one im hoping to go all out over the top cause i was told for years i couldnt have kids and 13 years later we had our first and only so her first is gonna be over the top
Wow have times changed! When I was a kid my birthday party was a cake a pizza 🍕 🎂 and the backyard!! Fancy for Nancy!! 🎉
As soon as you give the kids their own "trees" in their rooms, they no longer want to gather around the big tree in the living room, that is until there are presents under the big tree!!
Yes, my thoughts exactly. They have already experienced the Christmas tree moment so it's not that "special" for the big tree. These are just my thoughts and I could be wrong.
Either way, love the family and how much God has blessed them. I hope God heals Evan and Carlins heart from what their new experience with their little girl. As well mostly, I pray God helps those in need in the states surrounding them that were effected by natural distasters. God is with you and loves you. God bless you all. 🙏🕊
Oh MY Goodness!!! That is one extremely extravagant kid party. I Can’t imagine how they will top it next year. Clearly it a party for the adults.
Jesus loves y’all❤
We threw a huge, fancy Mickey Mouse themed party for my grandson's first birthday. When someone commented that that was a lot of money and work for something he won't even remember, my daughter responded that the first birthday isn't for the kid, it's for the parents to celebrate that they managed to keep this tiny human alive for an entire year. 😊
My grandson has autism and is non-verbal, and he will never appreciate that party, but it was a wonderful memory for my daughter.
No, no one can prepare you for when your kids begin to grow up and become more independent. It's even harder when they become adults. Don't blink; it goes by so very quickly. ❤
That party was a little ridiculous for a 1 yr old. 🤦♀️
You have to make them do certain things in the formative years that they " don't want to do " ie decorate the tree as a family. Because that teaches you work ethic, of pushing through a job or season you don't feel like doing. Also, how to compromise, share ect . Because no one as an adult likes to hang out with a whiny , or selfish individual.
Omg, Zade!! He's so special & unique. He's the poster child FOR having kids!💙💚💛💙💚💛
And looks like his Papa Stewart
Oh my gosh the part about decorating for Christmas and Layla wanting to do her own thing…brought tears to my eyes. My kids are grown with their own kids now, but here’s the thing - Layla is going to come back to the sentimentality of it all, I promise you! She’s just at an age where she’s learning her independence but it won’t be long before she is loving this part of her life and doing all the Christmas things with her family!! Hang in there guys 🎄💕
Please drop a reel this week with the Evan and Travis duet from last year. The tree shopping has me in the mood 🙏
I used to say about my four year old daughter that being assertive and independent was great in a woman but not in a four year old. She grew up, turned 25 and is even more assertive and independent. She is getting married next year and I didn’t get a say in ANY part of the decision making…now that makes a parent extremely sad and very despondent. I now have to pay the consequences of allowing my little girl grow up too quick. Please learn something from my situation and tell her what to do and be her parent, not so much of a friend 🥺 GOOD LUCK💗🇦🇺
1st bday parties are for the mama’s, not the babies. She might be able to book some parties if she is interested in that.
It was beautiful, extravagant, PINK AND PINK! Love the pink punch, pink macarons, the pink balloon bow. I loved it all. I feel like it’s their business, their dollar(dollars)
If mama is happy and made the memories she wanted to make , it’s all good!
Evan don’t worry..my kids come home from school for the holidays and don’t want to leave. They’re home every chance they get! They even bring out of state friends along to spend the holidays with us..love it ❤
My oldest is is 44 and I can tell you every year is a new learning for you as a parent and now for me as a a granny, it's beautiful and so sweet and so heartfelt Enjoy every moment!
Y’all are so cute, just love to watch you guys. The kids are just the sweetest , nice to see joyful happy families, God bless
Could be since they have their own trees in their rooms this year, the main tree has lost the “oomph” for Layla. So sweet. But you also can’t force the traditions.❤
Yes you can. You tell a 5 year old that the whole family is going to decorate. Period. Layla at age 10, age 15, is not going to be so "cute" if she has control now.
Why is everything, bro, brothers, brother, Bruh ? Yeah that party was little over the top .
Habit…. But I get it. I despised when the fad was every other word was “like”. 😱
My Dad and brother put up the Christmas tree, my mom vacuumed up the fallen needles and then my sister and I did the lights and ornaments by ourselves. You're making great memories no matter how things change. Y'all are so incredibly blessed.
Zade is so dang adorable telling wait for me layla. Omg so precious
Zade running thru that yard was so cute! He looks so much like Mr Stewart. Love you guys.
Zade is so sweet. He picked the cutest trees. Thank you for sharing
Holy cow. 😮🤯 My kids were lucky to get a 🎁 bday gift, little lone such an extravagant party! We struggled to even pay the normal bills…like heat in the winter!! We really worked hard for so little. Parents these days spend their money in such crazy ways. This is NOT how normal middle class families celebrate a birthday. It’s hard to imagine such a lifestyle. I’m glad my children know they’re loved, without having to break the bank. Well, happy birthday to her! Every life is worth celebrating! 🥳
At first I thought it was a wedding they were attending
For a one year old? All of that money! They must have a lot of money to spend! I thought everyone was struggling? Our kids got to go to pick a nice restaurant and they got a cake of their choice and something they'd been wanting for a gift! Even then we had to budget to pay for everything, because back then we paid cash!
Granted, I have a gigantic family, but it was my cousins 1st birthday and they rented...a Banquet hall😮 My Aunties, in their upper 80's, were in shock!!! I mean, we only turn 1 once in life😂 but was it more to feed the 'parents' ego? Or, for the baby 🤷♀️ who won't remember? I think in my family, clearly it's...ego. Narcissism 😅 Which, can create future narcissists when those children reach adulthood. Too many of those in the world. The saddest is, reaching adulthood, really, no one cares about another adults birthday, except for a select few. I grew up having descent family parties, nothing huge or lavish, but so much love and it was a real surprise, kind of sad, to realize, no one cares in the real world that it's your birthday😂 So many people in my family treat their children by overcompensating with praise, everything is yayyyy, good job, you're the best, so special etc., and seeing these children get older and many are adults are me, me, me, I, I, I people, narcissists! Disheartening to wreck the youth because of parents egos😢 and there are so many ill adjusted young adults that are entitled, self serving and so much more😢 Praise...NOT pedestals parents! Not saying the people in the video are like my family at all, just sharing my experience and I'm glad you shared yours!❤
Ya'll also remember that people like them are making $$💰 🤑 off of people like us watching small parts of their lives. The Stewart family is a very sweet little family in my opinion of watching them on and off over the years.
I grew up poor as smuck BUTT here is the thing so many adults are parent shaming otheres choices when it’s not their life’s I’m happy for your kids butt I’m also happy for the kid that had that birthday party
We don’t need to be so negative about others life
Your friends planned a beautiful party💗🤍 It was nice to see Zach and Whitney. You guys are a bright spot in the lives of so many. I love your positivity and love for each other.
I look forward to your videos every week.
You are the sweetest mum and dad ever 😊
I say it every week y’all are the sweetest little family.❤❤❤❤
I loved the kids trying to pick out a tree. It can be overwhelming. Laylas outfit for the tree farm was adorable. Zade is so cute and I can’t get over his arm rolls that he still has. You just want to squeeze him. Fun that your kids had trees in their room. That’s magical. I did grow up in GA although I live in KC now. So I have to say Go Dawgs! 🏈That was a fun way to watch a game together.
“TN lost end of convo” Evan had me busting out😂😂😂
My wedding wasn't even this extravagant 😅
Mine too 😂
😂 same. But it is so cute.
These two influencers (who hosted the party) are ridiculously over the top with everything. I don't mean to sound mean but they seem incredibly immature.
Mine either !! We had a Yard Wedding. We had ,,Maybe 15 of our families including us ! 😅
Parenting is bitter sweet. Bc we are given our children to ultimately let them go. So all through the different ages and stages we are actually losing a bit of then every day as they mature and try to make decisions on their own. Hold on tight onto the times where they let us in more!❤️
Yes,a little over the top! Children were adorable ❤
You guys have so much love to give a kid get one 4-9 years old out of foster care and show them they too are loved!🥰 think about it your family has so much love!
Your kids are precious! Please keep them grounded as to not grow up expecting parties like that....love you guys!
I can’t even watch the extravagance of this over the top party. Sorry.
Please put the tree in front of the window, I love it... love it...❤❤
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Where is Izzy? Haven’t seen in a while. The kids are adorable 🥰
Time flys. My baby boy is now 18, up at college and EMT. My daughter is 16, HS junior and use to "love me, lol". At the end of the day you just remember they will always need you even from afar. Just hold on to every memory. I still cry because I have to let them be. But, when they need mom I know immediately. They grow up fast, but in my heart they are still my babies.
That party was so pretty … and it looked so fun.
I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of seeing y’all hang out with Zach and Whitney. Y’all are teaching and showing them how to love each other and all the things. The cousin vibe is so dope! Layla’s outfits match her personality for sure.
But why did y’all make my eyes sweat a little with the parent moment…😪😪♥️
It’s so sweet and y’all were feeling all the daddy/mommy feels.
We have a birthday party each year but keep it a minimum, cake gifts and a few games.
That's all children need. That party was for the parents not the one year old.
All we do is cake and let the kids run around the yard! Kids birthday parties have gotten ridiculous!!!!
You are so funny and you literally bring life to your post
Wow what a Vlog! I enjoyed you all getting a tree together and bringing it home & setting it up. The kids are so adorable! Thanks for sharing!
Can we have an "oh my word" counter please. I couldn't stand it after 2 min 😂
Some families go all out for birthday parties. I just took my son to Chuck E. Cheese's. Of course it was 34 years ago.
Mine too 31 years ago and again 22 years ago for his birthdays! He was happy and loved ‘em! 🥹🥹🥹❤
You, clearly, had a better sense of yourself, your child's needs, and the world at large. This is really horrendous.
This is ridiculously over the top and not for your child for the parents to flex. A one year old would be happier at Chuck E. Cheese.
You all are so sweet. Have a wonderful Christmas. 🎄 💖
I only watch this channel because of Evan 😂 this dude is so funny 😅
Yall are the cutest!!! Sometimes I don’t ask I just say hey we are all doing this, let’s go… do that for decorating.
Layla's jacket is so cute.
Keep in mind you are the parents.
Parenting is so much harder than people realize. Unless you have kids you really have no idea what goes into it.
None of us are perfect!! 😅 Love that comment. Your family is so cute. God Bless you. 🙏🏻
Beautiful blessed family so full of love❤❤❤
If they have trees in their rooms, that might be why they’re not as excited about the big tree!
I’ve never seen Carlin and Evan so affectionate and I love it!!!!! What a great video ❤
I've had good years and bad years about older kids decorating the tree. However, because it is a family tradition, we have always said you have to help a little. Yes, we enforced it, even if that meant they helped put on candy canes and their ornmaments with their names on them only. I'm talking about our 14-17 year old sons. Thankfully, my husband agreed that some things you do as a family. I think it's up to the parents to set the tone, and figure out what you want to stick with when it comes to family traditions and children participating.
So cool that you went to Georgia! I live in Georgia it would’ve been so cool to see yall! I hope you enjoyed your trip
They absolutely don’t tell you that the hardest part of parenting is the letting go. They’re so dependent on you the first year and you think it should be that way forever. With each new phase, parents have no choice but to let go little by little. Enjoy every moment with them. Before you know it, they’ll be a senior in high school like my son and going off to college.
No. No. No.
How do people throw such money at a child's party when you can go almost anywhere in the States and run into people struggling to feed and house their families... Never mind in the entire world??! Tunnel vision that is very, very self-centered. This is why it's so vital for people to actually READ their Bibles and then follow the instructions and examples therein. So Sad. 😢
It was money for the football game not the party.
What will they do for an encore next year??? Save your $$$ for reality!!😅😅
Our son is 23 years old. We still long for the days when he was little. We cannot wait for grandchildren so we can experience little ones all over again.
Yall always have me laughing. Thx for sharing yourself with us. 😊
Y'all Christmas decorations are so cozy and cute!!!! Layla is getting so old!!!
Love ya'll. Please quit saying bro.
And , what was the count for “oh my word”?!
I love your family, but Layla is 5. She really shouldn’t be feeling this way. Way too grown up for 5. I really believe it’s the over the top everything you do with her. She is already full of drama and she is only 4 about to be 5. Your sweet mama and daddy worked so hard to make your life simple without all the stuff. My favorite episodes are Papa Bill and Janie videos. The playing horseshoes and croquet. Walking to the cows. The silly games and dress ups on I love you day. The sweet little presents that you bought each other by doing chores and saving because it was something that they would love to have. You are wonderful parents, but may need to take a step back.
Tree looks great! So fun putting up the lights with Zade. 😊 Consider putting the tree in front of the mirror if you are not happy with where the white chairs are. Then you can put the chairs closer to fireplace.
So cute to see how excited Layla and Zade were to see everything. But wow who in the world can afford all this and go all out for a 1 year old. I mean it looks beautiful and so much fun, but I don't think the 1 year old really cares or will remember any of it. All for show I guess. But I love love watching the kids's excitement and happiness, they are so so very precious.
One of ours was very independent at a young age. It was great but frustrating at the same time. Now that she is an adult it has made her a better person.
You guys are the best , Evan is so funny love watching your videos
I saw the Christmas trees in the kids room on your Instagram. I thought it was the cutest thing! Yes the kids do grow up. Wait until your son says"Mom I am getting so old." I told him what does that make me!!! LOL!!! Your home is decorated beautifully! Thanks once again for sharing oh I forgot you have to get out your oranges that you made years ago. I loved them the most!
They want to be surprised?? I think they're smart by conning you out of them helping 🤣🤣
You all are adorable. Enjoy even the bumps!
Kids are getting so big,I enjoy your videos.
Love your vlogs & being included in a glimpse of your family life. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. 💜✝️🦃
Evan dancing was funny. Go Evan.
Please please please Evan, make a Christmas Song video this year with Travis!!!!! ❤
My kids are all out of the house and now in different states, so we barely have a Christmas with all the kids and grandkids, it's hard because I love traditions. Make those memories and as they grow make different family traditions to adapt to your situation. Love your family!
That party was beautiful. 💕
My son's eldest daughter at 12 yrs old went for her first ever non family member sleep over last weekend - she has a phone for when she is out (walking to Nana's one street over and walking to school 4 streets over etc) and she forgot to charge it so when she did not answer her phone my son, her farther when over to her friend house to check on her - she was two streets over from their house - Dad standing in the door saying please charge you phone so I can contact you - he was a shocker for this as a teenager so I laughed and said oh the payback coming your way - remember all the things I worried about you times it by 3 as that is how many grandbabies you have given me
I watched her birthday party last week. It was so sweet.
Your home looks amazing!!! ♥️💚 Happy Thanksgiving!!! 🦃
Best advice for the kids growing up is, appreciate the memories and experiences that each age offers, and explain why certain traditions mean what they do to you as parents
I hate to see what she gets next year. People in N.C and Florida probably wont be able to give their kids a Christmas and people like that like to show off. I fast forward through the video cause it made me sick to watch. Zade was so cute helping with the tree
Agree. I fast forwarded most of this video. I enjoyed Michaela and Brandon's Q & A youtube video. They are so humble and wise.
I love how they got the other kids a little gift.
I was impressed that the kids waited to get on the bounce house.
Zade , running and saying wait for mee
That’s was wealthy people do they go all out and get gifts for the invited children.
Okay Evan, I hate to break it to you but it only gets worse, especially with girls. I have three. I am like you, a "Christmas Tradition/Hallmark vibes" person. Decorating the tree together has been my one non-negotiable. But I'm not gonna lie, there's been years the fight to get all of them in the room to do it has seemed not worth it. Hang in there...lower the expectations and just enjoy the moments when they come!! Merry Christmas Stew Crew❤
Beautiful family love your channel
Matching pj's but Evan was the only one wearing them. lol You're a good sport, Evan. I would love to have a spouse as upbeat as you. Love the clothes you choose for Layla and Zade, Carlin. They always look so stylish and cute. I felt the sting of my daughter growing up when she turned 14. So long ago now. Keep kissing and hugging you two. MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
@@jukes243 Evan is a good sport and I love his excitement. Some guys put the nix on family matching pajamas.
Evan and Carlin, thanks for the laughs! Really enjoyed your video. Looks like Layla and Zade enjoyed the birthday party as well as y'all. And looks like y'all had fun getting a real Christmas 🎄! Love your lights and all your Christmas decorations! Love y'all and God Bless!❤️ Wishing y'all a very Happy Thanksgiving too!
I can't believe for a 1st birthday that he won't remember So evidently we are the only ones struggling I am really considering if I will continue to watch them and something to think about how watching them is supporting swimming pool in the yard and different trips and now this birthday party But just my opinion
@@lorriepowell6323 what is pay out for 750,000 subscribers. No one talks about it. What is the average for say 350,000 subscribers?
Carlin and Evan weren't the ones who hosted the party. Another influencer couple were (the other couple is constantly flexing their wealth). I think the majority of people are doing it hard now, just not the ones in this video. If it makes you discontent, then you shouldn't watch xx
@@cbpaddingtonbear2606 : People with a sense that others exist in this world, many, many of them in dire need, should not watch this sort of superficial tripe.
The kids are really cute but honestly I can't understand a word either one of them are saying. The parents talk super fast too, so that could be why their kids are having a hard time learning how to talk.
Insane party! Layla's dress is adorable! I think Layla would have wanted to join in, but she honestly looked exhausted. She is so independent though.
I wish I had ur excitement for Christmas. ❤❤❤
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OF YOU🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
❤💚 Love your channel! I looked at your IG with the kiddos looking at their tree! So precious! Here’s an idea to have the kids involved with decorating the trees! Here’s the choices- Seat and watch us decorate the tree or you can help decorate! We want to all be together as we decorate the tree! 🎄 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 Merry Christmas! 🎁
Such a sweet video thanks for sharing your life with us l
I loved tbe birthday party it was really pretty. Go Dawgs sorry Evan & Carlin I'm originally from Georgia live in florida. Love your Cristmas decorations and the trees in Layal and Zades rooms are precious. Really good video. I'm goihg to he positive about this, times change, this isn't the past it's now and the future. However a parent wanrs to have a birthday party for a child is their business.
Some times you just need to do as a family. I tell my kids just do it for Mom. We do so much for them, they can do this for Mom whether it's decorating a tree or taking a picture sometimes my kids don't want to but we do so much for our kids at least they can do the traditions that we like to do.
Very beautiful but kind of extravagant
Your kids are so sweet
The tree is beautiful with just the lights🤗