tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post6894131193779711319..comments2024-03-28T09:17:49.821-05:00Comments on Bates Family Blog: Bates Updates and Pictures | Gil and Kelly | 19 Kids | Bringing Up Bates | UP TV: Keilen UpdateLily and Elliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00941253435533935093noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-3757654494389575332020-05-25T07:53:41.421-05:002020-05-25T07:53:41.421-05:00My family and I are reading this book aloud each n...My family and I are reading this book aloud each night!! They are 12, 10, and 8- and so far- they can all read it (the youngest sometimes need help w bigger words) and they ALL love it, think it is interesting and it keeps them engaged! Rebecca Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15944628478802079007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-45275575571313162292020-05-23T00:42:16.912-05:002020-05-23T00:42:16.912-05:00KitKath, he's still poured many hours into it....KitKath, he's still poured many hours into it. Both of their endeavors are time-consuming.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-1854327226803007792020-05-22T11:20:06.057-05:002020-05-22T11:20:06.057-05:00LPNs get certificates. Registered Nurse's get ...LPNs get certificates. Registered Nurse's get associate degrees or if they attend a 4 year school then they get a bachelors of science. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-67371306194408066622020-05-21T15:35:06.372-05:002020-05-21T15:35:06.372-05:00I understand that he did the illustrations.I understand that he did the illustrations.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-87664202954111771532020-05-21T01:56:46.155-05:002020-05-21T01:56:46.155-05:00Well, it’s a very short children’s book, so it’s e...Well, it’s a very short children’s book, so it’s easier in that respect.KitKathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01408294910329662048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-63088486006364736792020-05-21T01:55:41.463-05:002020-05-21T01:55:41.463-05:00Yes, but as an RN myself, I’m curious as to why sh...Yes, but as an RN myself, I’m curious as to why she didn’t go for the RN. No, you don’t need a BSN to become an RN (many RNs do indeed have a BSN, but it isn’t a requirement.) But then again, why not just go ahead and get the BSN?? LPN is considered very entry-level—with the programs available, it seems she could’ve easily and relatively quickly gone ahead with the RN program.<br /><br />Her employment opportunities will be limited as just an LPN. In my state, MO, and many others, hospitals increasingly won’t even hire LPNs. They seem to end up in nursing homes handing out medication. LPNs aren’t known for assessment skills as RNs are. There are many other important differences that a simple google search can explain. KitKathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01408294910329662048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-23572055940759674022020-05-20T19:57:14.527-05:002020-05-20T19:57:14.527-05:00Sorry, 8:55, they have told us they do want kids a...Sorry, 8:55, they have told us they do want kids and that not having them has been very hard.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-85564278219679740352020-05-20T14:31:47.534-05:002020-05-20T14:31:47.534-05:00@8:55- They have been forthcoming about their str...@8:55- They have been forthcoming about their struggles with infertility and they've said that they want children. They've not discussed what medical measures, if any, they are taking to conceive. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-68231987188374056932020-05-20T13:54:50.977-05:002020-05-20T13:54:50.977-05:00From what I have seen and read, Michael is going t...From what I have seen and read, Michael is going to be an LPN/LVN. That is a great accomplishment but she won’t be an RN which entails a bachelors degree. Frankly, the LVNs who cared for my mom and aunt were as good or better, than a few RNs that I encountered. Michael is just a caring wonderful young woman.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-59033139648439221232020-05-20T12:14:28.420-05:002020-05-20T12:14:28.420-05:00It must be extremely difficult for any couple faci...It must be extremely difficult for any couple facing infertility when the first thing that comes to people's minds if they have any good news to share is that a baby is on the way. Worse, is when there's disappointment. Human beings are a great deal more than their ability to procreate. I am very happy for Brandon and Michael. They've worked hard in their pursuits and should be praised for it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-14574701230481018042020-05-19T20:55:45.622-05:002020-05-19T20:55:45.622-05:00Why does everybody driven/worry about this couple ...Why does everybody driven/worry about this couple having children? Clue me in please. Maybe THEY DON'T want them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-84149293077498748622020-05-19T18:07:15.215-05:002020-05-19T18:07:15.215-05:00 They are to be commended for their ambitious ende... They are to be commended for their ambitious endeavors and I enjoy reading about it. Writing a book is no easy task and nursing school is very challenging. Good luck to the both of them!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-5680310503739607232020-05-19T16:56:41.114-05:002020-05-19T16:56:41.114-05:00MO- I've never heard of a Nursing School givin...MO- I've never heard of a Nursing School giving out degrees. I thought they gave out certificates unless you go to a University and get a Bachelors Degree of Science in Nursing. (my roommate in college got that) Just saying. :o)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-49265539817513437422020-05-19T15:52:02.435-05:002020-05-19T15:52:02.435-05:00Brandon congratulations on your book and wishing y...Brandon congratulations on your book and wishing you a world of success with the second one. Michaella wishing you a successful nursing career. Thank you for caring for others. <br /> God Bless<br /> Marilyn,Joan and Marion <br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-34547158090758800142020-05-19T13:55:03.317-05:002020-05-19T13:55:03.317-05:00Why not ask one of her sisters to be surrogate?Why not ask one of her sisters to be surrogate?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11336194912607350490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-88053829174386813312020-05-19T09:25:20.043-05:002020-05-19T09:25:20.043-05:00I think it's because we know they very much wa...I think it's because we know they very much want to have children, not because it has anything to do with their identity.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-1331781280627473712020-05-19T09:14:30.035-05:002020-05-19T09:14:30.035-05:00I agree. That's also a good accomplishment. I ...I agree. That's also a good accomplishment. I still think they'd be great parents. I heard them on the show talk about having children somehow.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03014181676932874152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-30749810220149628762020-05-19T08:43:39.142-05:002020-05-19T08:43:39.142-05:00Why take away from their accomplishments by focusi...Why take away from their accomplishments by focusing only on having children? My husband and I could not conceive and we adopted two children internationally. It was and is wonderful, but I don’t care to have my identity defined only by my fertility or my children. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-33041699607075793122020-05-18T21:43:41.110-05:002020-05-18T21:43:41.110-05:00I’m SO glad another book is coming out!! My kids h...I’m SO glad another book is coming out!! My kids have been asking for it!!!! Thank you for letting us know.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-19301543162213980202020-05-18T19:48:43.909-05:002020-05-18T19:48:43.909-05:00That's lovely for them! Sweet coupleThat's lovely for them! Sweet coupleSuznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-83719196907028261092020-05-18T19:23:15.816-05:002020-05-18T19:23:15.816-05:00Aww,I thought they were announcing a pregnancy whe...Aww,I thought they were announcing a pregnancy when I saw the post topic. Good to hear from them though!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-41122301924501531862020-05-18T13:38:38.992-05:002020-05-18T13:38:38.992-05:00I hope Michael actually uses her degree. I hope Michael actually uses her degree. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-35133067728235982602020-05-18T11:56:17.020-05:002020-05-18T11:56:17.020-05:00What do Brandon and Michael do for a steady income...What do Brandon and Michael do for a steady income? A part-time author and a student don't generate a livable income. Thank goodness Brandon and Michael have income from the Bates Family TV show. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-11861017375967625032020-05-18T11:40:26.926-05:002020-05-18T11:40:26.926-05:00Nice to hear all is well with them. I love this co...Nice to hear all is well with them. I love this couple!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5387778566526841808.post-2547693606591174052020-05-18T11:08:01.266-05:002020-05-18T11:08:01.266-05:00Good for them! Michael will make a good nurse, I...Good for them! Michael will make a good nurse, I’m sure. Does Brandon still work for IBLP?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com