It makes me so happy to see a parent that supports their child sleeping as much as they need instead of giving them trouble for the hours they sleep -- or calling them lazy.
THIS. My grandparents were farmers so my whole dad's side of the family has the mentality that if you aren't awake by dawn, you're just lazy. As a teen dealing with depression and insomnia, it can be really damaging to hear my mental health struggles shrunk down to just laziness. I think more parents should be open minded in this way.
It’s so interesting seeing everyone growing up over the years like watching one of Colleens first vlogs was Bailey eating sand yet now she’s so tall and grown up Lots of love ❤️❤️
Ohhh Parker had me in tears seeing him so emotional hugging everyone. My mama heart is so happy and seeing baby Luke giving sugars just melted me especially when he grabbed Duncan! So glad that you are feeling better Christopher 🙏 sending love and prayers from my family to yours 💕❤️❣️💙🙏
Omg I remember my mom yelling at me every weekend as a teenager for waking up at 10am (M-F I’d wake up at 4:50am for school), and seeing how accepting you are of Bailey sleeping as much as she needs is sooo precious to me! Maybe that’s why I’m short :( lol
I love how you respect your children’s emotions so much. When Parker was clearly emotional after coming home you didn’t make a huge deal and focus on his tears. This is so refreshing compared to other family channels. Thank you for respecting your kids ❤️
Yay for parents supporting a child sleeping longer during the growing years. In my own experience, the word lazy was thrown around a lot and I felt really guilty for sleeping so much but I also really couldn’t help it. Seeing all the positive comments makes me hope more people will be understanding of this
The instrumental music playing during the fireworks was so relaxing. I wish I could find it. I'm always looking for ways to reduce my anxiety & stress and music like this really helps me.
Everyone’s talking about Parker and like and I totally agree but Bailey warmed my heart! She was like come here and hugging her younger brothers. Not a lot of older siblings do that especially teenagers. 💓💖
The little family reunion makes me wanna cry.. like omg you guys are doing an amazing job at raising the kids!! Also Christopher, you're working so hard.. i really hope you get better. Love you guys lots!!!!!!
Luke is such a sweetie!! I laughed so hard when you tried to pronounce my name in your insta live!🤣🤣 (femke Mooren) Edit: bailey is starting to sleep like a teenager!😴😄
i admire how jess and chris make it so special for the kids when they get one one one time❤️ like how they watched hamilton with bailey and watched fireworks with jacob. they’re small but special things that the kids will always remember
Chris I just want to thank you for spreading so much joy to others, you are such a kind and positive person. I'm praying for you to feel better! Love you all!
Wow, seeing everyone hug eachother so excited to see eachother again after some days apart was so sweet and heartwarming. My siblings and I have never been like that.
Loved seeing Jess interacting with the older kids and not just sitting on the couch holding Luke. Hate to see Gris cooking even though he is still dizzy and not 100%. Praying he bounces back to normal soon. Love Bailey! She is such a great young woman the way she helps so much around the house.
Jeez Louise, she’s a mum of five kids in lockdown and breastfeeding. I know when my son was a newborn it took so much energy feeding him and getting up at night and like had special needs/health issues. She also hole schools the kids, and did so before lockdown, even though that’s not often filmed. She’s a freaking super woman. And if you’re here to mum shame, I suggest you’re watching the wrong channel. This is a positive community.
I love watching your family and being a part of special occasions. You are such good parents. I hope I am half as good when I have children. I'm glad Bailey liked Hamilton. I just want to watch musicals with you guys! I love watching your magic. So cool!
I absolutely love your sweet family!! And I love how smart all your children are. They always amaze me. I am so glad Christopher is feeling better. Keep the videos coming!! They are always a highlight to my day!!💙💚💜
You guys should get BroadwayHD it's like Netflix, but for musicals, plays, and more! Also they're adding Into The Woods (The PBS version) tomorrow!! I think it's great exposing the kids to theatre!! (I also grew up on the Original Broadway Cast of Into the Woods)
I honestly wish I had a family like this I am the youngest in my family and we don’t really do anything together. I am only close with my mum and one of my sisters but I wish we had a close family and I wish I had a dad like Chris, my dad doesn’t do anything with me. Cherish each other.🙏🏻
