So Many Memories: Michaela & Brandon

This week we take a journey back in time and look at some of the activities and interests that we had during childhood. One of Michael’s favorite pastimes was singing, both individually and as a family. Brandon’s favorite pastime was drawing, sometimes being so immersed that he would unconsciously make sound effects for the scene unfolding in front of him. We also highlight the process of our parents helping us with Scripture memory while growing up… something that continues to bless us to this day! #family #childhood #music #drawing #scripturememory
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  • @otter3095
    @otter30955 ай бұрын

    I think if everyone had a “Michaela”,as a friend or mother, and a “Brandon”, as a buddy or dad, the world would be a better place💛

  • @jamiestanley9234

    @jamiestanley9234

    5 ай бұрын

    This is the truth!

  • @eaglea657

    @eaglea657

    5 ай бұрын

    Amen!!!

  • @estellarodriguez7435

    @estellarodriguez7435

    5 ай бұрын

    Ditto💜🙏🏼

  • @LSJ497

    @LSJ497

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi Michaela and Brandon. Love this video and so blessed to hear part of your stories. I watched Bringing up Bates from the beginning and was so sad to see it not renew. It is a blessing to see you and many of your family members on KZread. This is the only social media that I am a part of and I am very careful with the channels I watch. Being a believer in Jesus it is such a blessing to see you both and to listen to your stories. May God continue to bless you both as you are definitely a blessing to others. A big welcome from Michigan 😇. Blessings Linda

  • @inkystroul1823

    @inkystroul1823

    5 ай бұрын

    Isn't that the truth!!!

  • @chessyharris6200
    @chessyharris62005 ай бұрын

    Michaela you are the Proverbs 31 woman the Lord speaks of. But you had a very wonderful role model in your Mom. ❤ And Brandon is a wonderful example of what a Godly husband is.❤

  • @christiabreeden7777

    @christiabreeden7777

    5 ай бұрын

    Absolutely agree!!

  • @miriamwalker5436

    @miriamwalker5436

    5 ай бұрын

    💯!!

  • @moonloversheila8238

    @moonloversheila8238

    5 ай бұрын

    Very true!

  • @dougandtiffanyfloyd4181
    @dougandtiffanyfloyd41815 ай бұрын

    Michaela please teach us how to sew! I have a sewing machine and I’m overwhelmed. I’ll make anything you teach us to make. I promise!

  • @Gurlbyetalli

    @Gurlbyetalli

    4 ай бұрын

    @dougandtiffany I would love to see a sewing series !

  • @laurieannemcclure7882
    @laurieannemcclure78825 ай бұрын

    I love you two. You both have such sweet hearts and spirits. God's blessings for you both.

  • @christymeez
    @christymeez5 ай бұрын

    The details of how our past from our childhood makes us who we are today is so incredible. You guys are both amazing.

  • @doodlebug4022
    @doodlebug40225 ай бұрын

    Oh my gosh from Michaela singing and reading scripture to Brandon’s incredible drawings my heart is so full of love, respect and inspiration from you both. Thank you for sharing this with us.

  • @Lacirose88
    @Lacirose885 ай бұрын

    Well this was a treat to watch. Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @donnab1234
    @donnab12345 ай бұрын

    Hi Brandon and Michaela! We just LOVE BOTH of you. Thanks for sharing with your growing You Tube family!! 🤗🎉⭐️💛

  • @grandmashomemade9204
    @grandmashomemade92045 ай бұрын

    Brandon you are an amazing artist. Wow Both of y'all are blessed with talent.

  • @afullchalicevlogs7979
    @afullchalicevlogs79795 ай бұрын

    You look EXACTLY like your mother, Michaela! You are both beautiful.

  • @juliewright2795
    @juliewright27955 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing! Such sweet memories! ❤

  • @kensalas7507
    @kensalas75075 ай бұрын

    You two are the best. So neat to see y’all when you where children

  • @momof5948
    @momof59485 ай бұрын

    I have always admired your mom and her love for the Lord and how much it shows in her teachings to All her children ❤

  • @ourworldschoolingfamily4463
    @ourworldschoolingfamily44635 ай бұрын

    You two are such a blessing. Your light shines out and your marriage is an encouragement. 🌸

  • @BluDemon-rf8hj
    @BluDemon-rf8hj5 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing your art from your childhood, you are so talented. You should hang them up in your home. Michaela you were such a cute little girl, and now a beautiful woman inside and out!

  • @suewilson3044
    @suewilson30445 ай бұрын

    Wow what a joy to watch your fantastic memories thank you for sharing with us. Michaela I was laughing so much of you singing so loud.......sing like no-one is listening! Brandon your drawings are phenomenal.

  • @lanatrapp1589
    @lanatrapp15895 ай бұрын

    How sweet this is to watch. Michaela is definitely not shy. What a cutie.❤❤

  • @shaunaepperly24
    @shaunaepperly245 ай бұрын

    That was so Amazing..I enjoyed that so much. Beautiful memories and WOW what talent you both have..The Drawings are Amazing..And The sowing you do Amazing..You 2 are so talented wonderful, individuals..God Bless you Both, 🙏🙏 Thankyou so much for your sharing.

  • @kimberlyholt2241
    @kimberlyholt22415 ай бұрын

    Yes, such sweet blessings of talent in both of you!!!!! And I adore your parents!!!! 🙏

  • @sherrylee1072
    @sherrylee10725 ай бұрын

    You two are sooo needed in the world today, your families are blessed to have each of you, as we

  • @jeanr502
    @jeanr5025 ай бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful video and artistic and SPECIAL treasures! Thank you for sharing!:❤❤

  • @smokymountainman4964
    @smokymountainman49645 ай бұрын

    Brandon and Michaela thanks for sharing these childhood memories. What a wonderful foundation your parents laid for you Michaela. Teaching you the Word of God from infancy and instilling the love of music snd hymns. Your love for the Lord and each other shines brightly through both of you. Brandon your artwork is truly a gift from the Lord. You both are a great model of Christ and His Love. Thanks for sharing your lives with us. God bless you both.

  • @marsihopkins1995
    @marsihopkins19955 ай бұрын

    Wow now that’s a God given talent. Y’all are both so creative I truly enjoy watching

  • @Debbie-nq2ei
    @Debbie-nq2ei5 ай бұрын

    What a little doll baby you were and beautiful now as well❤

  • @Lyndaragirl78
    @Lyndaragirl785 ай бұрын

    Brandon, you should turn your books into graphic novels with your exquisite artwork!!! You could incorporate both the old drawings and the new ones into the books!! I’m sure it would be a BESTSELLER!! Michael, you were sooo adorable in those photos!!! You are sooo VERY loving and beautiful!! I LOVE your dedication to Brandon and your family!!! Please feature more of your nieces/ nephews!!! Please keep the videos coming!!! Love it!! 💕💕💕💕

  • @lizgibson9897

    @lizgibson9897

    5 ай бұрын

    Three books, actually.

  • @leighhowerton1649
    @leighhowerton16495 ай бұрын

    Michaela you truly are an inspiring lady and so is Brandon. I have so enjoyed these videos and your channel more than I can say. I pray God just pours out blessings upon blessings to you both. I happened to watch your brother Trace's video of your family "I love you day" oh my goodness your grandma's words were truly who you are and I don't even know you (but I feel like I do). I believe God has bigger things for you and your sweet husband. Hope you have a wonderful evening. ❤

  • @user-rz2vh6ub7c
    @user-rz2vh6ub7c5 ай бұрын

    The two of you are blessing others more than you will ever know, but the Lord knows. I am one of the "others" ❤.

  • @deborahhopper2682
    @deborahhopper26825 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this with us! You are both so very talented! Love Y’all and your sweet spirit! Love and Prayers Always

  • @user-gv6nd8uh5h
    @user-gv6nd8uh5h5 ай бұрын

    Michaela you were adorable as a little girl. How blessed you were to have such caring and patient parents. All of you kids singing so loud and full of the spirit is simply amazing.Wow!!! Brandon I can't believe you never attended an art school. Your drawing is unbelievable and at such a young age!!! Your detailing along with creative imaging is just crazy good!

  • @darlenecorcoran2892
    @darlenecorcoran28925 ай бұрын

    young brandon's pictures are unbelievable! how wonderful that you can put your talent to work for you and share it with us

  • @meko_0209
    @meko_02095 ай бұрын

    Micheala I remember watching you on United Bates and thinking she is going to find a great guy and you did ❤❤❤

  • @JulieMelberg
    @JulieMelberg5 ай бұрын

    That was all wonderful to see. Thank you for sharing that. It brought me back in time when I taught my own children.

  • @missymyers7043
    @missymyers70435 ай бұрын

    Incredible artistic talent Brandon. Just WOW!!! Thanks for Sharing! 🙏🏼

  • @DebA48472
    @DebA484725 ай бұрын

    I love Brandon's drawings and I love Michaela's heart and her many talents. I can't wait to watch the 2nd video.

  • @annettescanlan2085
    @annettescanlan20855 ай бұрын

    I am in awe of both of your abilities. You are such an amazing couple.

  • @kimberlychester4320
    @kimberlychester43205 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. Y'all are the sweetest couple. ❤

  • @conniecravens6270
    @conniecravens62705 ай бұрын

    Loved this video, thank youfor sharing 💙❤️😊

  • @hollyhall4236
    @hollyhall42365 ай бұрын

    All the Bates girls are beautiful but I’ve always thought that Michael is the prettiest! You all are such a precious couple!

  • @tu3688
    @tu36885 ай бұрын

    Brandon's drawings are amazing. Wow! Such talent at a young age. Amazing!!

  • @karenferrell8992
    @karenferrell89925 ай бұрын

    This was so sweet! Thank you for sharing your childhood memories and what shaped you into who you are today.

  • @randomroz545
    @randomroz5455 ай бұрын

    Would have loved to see finish product of the craft jars filled with the bows on, neat idea, thanks for sharing😊

  • @ksnow4105
    @ksnow41055 ай бұрын

    Sooo wonderful to hear and see such a beautiful part of "your story" how God prepared you both in childhood to follow His plans for the future.. Right now, you are both so inspiring to us, with Gods kingdom purposes I pray that you are blessed xx. In Jesus Christ name Amen

  • @susanwine4804
    @susanwine48044 ай бұрын

    Michaela, You have always been so Sweet and very Beautiful and having Your Mom and Dad Teaching You All about Jesus at such a Young Age is so Important and the same with You too Brandon. You are very Talented as well. Not many kids can draw like that at such a Young Age. God Bless You Both and Thank You for sharing Your Memories with Us ❤❤

  • @MC-sc2oh
    @MC-sc2oh5 ай бұрын

    Omg!!! She was beautiful as a child & much more as an adult

  • @jenniferb.7250
    @jenniferb.72505 ай бұрын

    Home videos are so fun! Brandon you are so talented!

  • @jenisecoronado5555
    @jenisecoronado55554 ай бұрын

    Another amazing, encouraging and uplifting video, especially for those of us who never had the blessing of such Godly parents growing up!

  • @farisathompson4197
    @farisathompson41975 ай бұрын

    Brandon you are an amazing artist. May God bless you and Michael!

  • @debj4life478
    @debj4life4785 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, I loved this video. Thanks for sharing. Blessings

  • @JerusalemBee
    @JerusalemBee5 ай бұрын

    I love you two. You both are so talented. May God Bless your channel and all of your family. Thanks for sharing, Debbie from NC

  • @Nanuela15
    @Nanuela155 ай бұрын

    Loved loved loved this!! Thank you both for sharing. Your family is so special to all of us.

  • @lynn7348
    @lynn73485 ай бұрын

    Loved this! Thank you for sharing memories and thank you for your heart for the Lord! ❤

  • @Betty_Spaghetti84
    @Betty_Spaghetti845 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this sneak peek into the past. Loved every minute of it! Looking forward to more of the treasures ❤

  • @kimberlywilkerson160
    @kimberlywilkerson1605 ай бұрын

    Love the old home movies and Brandon's drawings. Thanks for sharing!!

  • @mamakathy3702
    @mamakathy37025 ай бұрын

    I love your channel. The intro is so special. God Bless you both😊❤

  • @karolmiller6984
    @karolmiller69845 ай бұрын

    Love hearing childhood memories

  • @sharonperkins7251
    @sharonperkins72515 ай бұрын

    He is a very gifted artist! Thank you for sharing,your parents were and are incredible!

  • @nancymosley708
    @nancymosley7085 ай бұрын

    I’ve always enjoyed old home videos and your parents had some great ones. I love how they helped you hide Gods word in your heart at a young age. And Brandon God definitely gave you talent. Wow I agree that it’s a blessing to have these pieces of art showing your imagination and creativity. Thank you for sharing.

  • @dtw9549
    @dtw95495 ай бұрын

    Wow amazing! Michaela you have such wonderful parents that have taught you so much. You continue to carry on the tradition of love and sharing that you grew up with and your love for God just radiates. Brandon you are such a good artist and I can’t believe those drawings were from such a young age. So much talent and you use it to glorify the Lord which is wonderful. Love you both and your videos.

  • @garyandbeverlyneeble2028
    @garyandbeverlyneeble20285 ай бұрын

    Oh my, how sweet seeing these videos. You all singing, Oh, how I love Jesus! How precious! Amazing seeing how Kelly taught you kiddos Scriptures. What a blessing! Such great talent Brandon with all of your artwork. Love that you are doing the vlogs now. Enjoying them immensely. ❤

  • @user-wg3rk3dy3t
    @user-wg3rk3dy3t5 ай бұрын

    That was a precious video with precious memories. I’m thankful to the Lord that He brought you two together. He sure knew what He was doing!❤

  • @marybaker1993
    @marybaker19935 ай бұрын

    Brandon your talent is so amazing.i love watching your memories and your love for each other.so so sweet.

  • @judysmith2262
    @judysmith22625 ай бұрын

    Oh I love you both so much!! Thank you. I am so encouraged by you and I'm sure many others are, too!

  • @LauraGarcia-eh1jv
    @LauraGarcia-eh1jv5 ай бұрын

    I'm so happy you guys started this channel! You are both the embodiment of beautiful souls. I plan on showing your channel to my great grandchildren . Prayers for your health, happiness and all that life has to offer you.

  • @user-mm7dy8yn3y
    @user-mm7dy8yn3y5 ай бұрын

    You two are adorable!!! I am so glad you are sharing your experiences, strengths and hopes! God bless you!

  • @steveandtammyb
    @steveandtammyb5 ай бұрын

    I loved this! I enjoyed seeing your childhood videos, Michaela! Your family is amazing!!! And you are so sweet and talented! And, Brandon, your artwork is unbelievable! What a talent you have as well. It made my jaw drop!!! Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @sooper109
    @sooper1095 ай бұрын

    Yay! So excited to watch another video of yours!!! Love you both! Thank you for sharing the home videos of Michaela and Brandon's old drawings, which are AMAZING!!!

  • @quinoasongs2507
    @quinoasongs25075 ай бұрын

    That was amazing! Yes, lots of repetition at random times, I love that.

  • @natashagilbert2875
    @natashagilbert28755 ай бұрын

    You two are such a lovely couple. I love the home videos . And brandon you are such a great artist.

  • @1pfennig
    @1pfennig5 ай бұрын

    Thankyou, i love your mom and dad and family

  • @julieorozco1419
    @julieorozco14195 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your memories! We just loved watching your family and are so happy to still be able to follow along with your lives! You both are a blessing to many!

  • @babettelock2106
    @babettelock21065 ай бұрын

    You two are such a lovely couple. May our LORD G-D cover you with HIS grace, mercy, protection and peace.

  • @kathyjohnson1283
    @kathyjohnson128319 күн бұрын

    WOW. Branden, your drawing abilities are amazing!

  • @autumthacker5688
    @autumthacker56885 ай бұрын

    Ever since I have watched your show from way back I have always loved you both. I can relate so much with you and you have such a sweetness in the Lord that makes me cry and I appreciate it so much! Keep living for him!

  • @Homeschoolintheplains
    @Homeschoolintheplains5 ай бұрын

    The way that you two speak kindly toward each other, and edify each other, as a married couple is so precious and rare. And your mother’s dedication to scripture memory is inspiring! Thank you so much. Please continue to share!

  • @user-uc9jj3yx9k
    @user-uc9jj3yx9k5 ай бұрын

    Your family is the best, love the Bates family, Brandon and Michaela love watching your vlops

  • @indiahrossell5082
    @indiahrossell50825 ай бұрын

    My son is 12, and he could NOT get enough of the Quest of Quinton books... they are his favorite of any books, including Hardy Boys and those similar. He begged me for months to get the final book and got so excited when I got it for him. Please, please, please write more!!! God Bless!

  • @terribenson788
    @terribenson7884 ай бұрын

    God bless you both. I love your you tubes. Your crafts and whiteboards are wonderful

  • @inkystroul1823
    @inkystroul18235 ай бұрын

    Thank you both so much for sharing your memories and your hearts with us! I know this is only the second video of yours that I've watched but I have to tell you that I walk away from your videos with a smile on my face, a full heart and so much inspiration! It's not just children that you're able to capture and inspire the minds of when you draw and/or speak your stories .... I'm old enough to be a parent to both of you!!! May God continue to bless you both! Sending you much love and admiration from way down here in Central Texas! ❤❤❤

  • @berrygeri
    @berrygeri5 ай бұрын

    You two are such a blessing to watch! Love the singing & drawings

  • @rhondamooney9645
    @rhondamooney96452 ай бұрын

    Enjoy watching all your videos ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lillieward
    @lillieward5 ай бұрын

    Y'all sure are one beautiful couple. Keep sharing....

  • @claudia_christianmommy
    @claudia_christianmommy5 ай бұрын

    You guys are gems! God bless you both for sharing such beautiful memories

  • @user-xw9uh9ix2d
    @user-xw9uh9ix2d5 ай бұрын

    What a sweet and Godly couple you two are! Brandon is very talented. God bless you both.

  • @janepittman5362
    @janepittman53625 ай бұрын

    Totally enjoyed this video! Keep it up

  • @mariekastigar2294
    @mariekastigar22945 ай бұрын

    You two are so talented. Thank you for sharing your videos and drawings with all of us. ❤️🙏🏻 to you both.

  • @patriotmama
    @patriotmama5 ай бұрын

    What a sweet video! Brandon, you are a very talented artist. Micheala, those home movies are just adorable. Just loved this.

  • @carlawhitehead3102
    @carlawhitehead31025 ай бұрын

    You both are so talented. Such an amazing couple. Thank you for sharing with us. I’m so glad you’re doing this.

  • @vickycotrel3266
    @vickycotrel32665 ай бұрын

    I love your videos! This one especially! You guys are so sweet and full of the joy of the Lord. You can just feel it! Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to your next one. ❤

  • @maryjoleverette1558
    @maryjoleverette15585 ай бұрын

    I’m so glad that you’re doing this!! You’re both so precious!! God bless you ❤!!

  • @timothyforman2863
    @timothyforman28635 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed the old videos and the drawings too! And what a great example in your parents to train you in the Lord at a young age. Praise God!

  • @raemiller3667
    @raemiller36675 ай бұрын

    I always loved watching you and your family on tv. You are such an inspiration. I hope you start having a regular show on here.

  • @robertaskversky1482
    @robertaskversky14825 ай бұрын

    Beautiful pictures

  • @claudiar4235
    @claudiar42355 ай бұрын

    What an incredible God given talent. ❤️

  • @christinaarnold2546
    @christinaarnold25465 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing and you both are talented. Michaela you should bring those costumes to life. They would be fabulous.

  • @monicabarnes1435
    @monicabarnes14355 ай бұрын

    Thank you both so much for this positive bless channel, I am walking my walk through this Lenten Season and am so glad that I am able to view and witness God's love through you both..

  • @marseelifeeverydayallday7934
    @marseelifeeverydayallday79345 ай бұрын

    The world is better with you two in it! You truly are the definition of a Godly couple. So cool about Michigan I was born and raised there but now living down south since 2009. God bless yall always! ❤

  • @ruthtieman4896
    @ruthtieman48965 ай бұрын

    Good job Brandon and Michaela. Love it and the video. Thank you!

  • @marydavis2070
    @marydavis20705 ай бұрын

    You guys are beautiful and your love for the Lord is even more beautiful. I needed this thank you so much.

  • @matildajane22
    @matildajane225 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing. Love you guys so much. I'm so glad you are doing youtube now. ❤

  • @katiehansen2182
    @katiehansen21825 ай бұрын

    So sweet. That last picture ❤. Would love to see an updated picture of the emotion of the women and their emotion at the empty tomb, when they realize that their savior has indeed risen.