October Recap

The family celebrated three birthdays this past month. Derick and Jill went to DC. Both weddings of Joe and Joy have aired on Counting On this past month.

Derick & Jill takes on DC

In early October, Derick and Jill took a trip up to DC! We have a few new photos.

 

All about Spurgeon: Six days until 2

By the end of next week, Spurgeon will celebrate his second birthday.

 

Joy turns 20!

Happy Birthday Joy! 

 

New photo of the Dillard Boys, Seewald Boys and the Little Duggar family

We are excited to share three new photos with you all. The first photo is over Derick, Israel and Samuel Dillard.

The second one is with the Little Duggar family before Mason's birth.

The last one is with Spurgeon and Henry.

Photo credits: Derick and Jill Dillard, Josh and Anna Duggar, Ben and Jessa Seewald

Austin and Joy's 5th month anniversary

Joy and Austin have been married for the past five months. This past month, Joy posted an update on her pregnancy that we shared on here.

 

Overboard cuteness!

We are about to share two new photos of Samuel, Israel, Henry and Spurgeon. If you haven't check out the recent photo of Meredith Grace, you should check it out.

 Here are some fun facts about the boys:

Israel and Spurgeon are almost seven months apart (just by one day)

Henry and Samuel are five months apart.

All about Spurgeon: 11 days until 2

Spurgeon is getting closer to his second birthday and just has eleven days. 

 

New photo of Meredith Grace!

We have a brand new photo of Meredith Duggar. She celebrated her second birthday in July and recently became a big sister in September.

 

Grandbaby #10: Gender Predications

It's time for the last baby games for this grandbaby. We can not wait for this baby to arrive. 

Are you team boy or girl? 

 

Recap: Joseph's wedding

The Big day has finally arrived for Joe and Kendra as they get ready to say I do. Kendra and her family head to the church around noon. Kendra revealed that she is looking forward to her first kiss.
Joe is getting ready to leave for the church but first he wants to do something sweet for his siblings. He wrote them each a letter to thank them on their influence in his life. Joseph is the second brother to leave the boys room.
Cindy and Jeremiah are finishing up with the wedding design. Cindy wanted to make sure that Kendra felt honored like the Duggar girls. Due to a mistake by the florist, some of the flowers will not make it in time for the wedding.
Jedidiah says that his brother is doing good. He is not stress but it's a little much for him. Jed will be in the wedding.
Justin says that it's sad to see Joseph move out but reveals that he is pretty close. It's Justin's first time to be a groomsman.
Chirstina reveals that the couple are two completers for each other. Kendra put her dress on and reveals it to her father, Paul Caldwell. Kedra had a ruffle from her mother's dress put in her dress.
Paul says that his daughter reminds him of his wife (Christina) as she was walking down the aisle. Kendra gives her father a gift which has a photo of the two of them and a letter. She and her parents get a little bit emotional.
Kendra heads to take photos of her bridesmaid and the flower girl, which was Kendra's little sister.  Jana helps Joseph cover up the scratch that was on his nose that he earned in broomball a few days before.
Jana says that the boys should have chosen to do a different activity before the wedding. Jim Bob and Michelle sit down with their son for a few moments. The parents just wanted to spend some extra time with their son to pray with him and offer some advice.
Michelle says to not to go to sleep with anything between him and Kendra. Just make things right before the sun goes down. speak kind words to each other and cherish each other. Treat her with the upmost respect
Jim Bob reveals that Joseph has a tendency to be a man of few words but wants to make sure that his son praises and thanks his wife.
Back in the girls room, The girls are helping Kendra sew in Christina's ruffle back into the dress. Jana says that they all just pull in together and just get things done.
The boys are praying over Joseph. They line up right before Joseph walks his mother down the aisle before taking his place on stage. The wedding party starts to enter while Kendra and her father are waiting in the back of the church. Paula says If you fall, I will pick you up but if I fall, just keep walking to Joe.
Josiah walks Lauren down the aisle and is followed by the ring bearers and flower girls. The bride enters and everyone stands. Joe starts crying as Kendra heads closer to him. Paul gives Joe a short speech with words of advice and encouragement along with humor and emotion.
 Paul says When she was born…I prayed, ‘Lord, I noticed you gave me a girl; just in case you don’t give me a son, would you make her a little bit like me?’ And he did. She began to throw fits, and cry, and whine. I said, ‘Wait a minute, Lord, that’s enough. Would you make her like her mother?’ And he did. She is sweet, hardworking, beautiful, has loving smiles all the time, loves to laugh, can cook and take care of children, and is a true blessing in our home. Then I prayed, ‘Lord, forgive me for being so selfish. Would you make her a little bit more like you?’ And he did.
    “For the last 19 years and 28 days, we have done our part,” reveals Pastor Caldwell to Joe. “Today will start you doing your part.”
As he heads up the stage with Joe and Kendra, they start the wedding. The parents pray over the new marriage. The couple enjoys their first kiss. The power ends up going out before Paul has a chance to introduces them. However it was prefect because it was shows off the candles. It was later revealed that the power outage was city wide and only took a few minutes for it to return
During the reception, Joe and Kendra cut their cake and is followed by the sparkler sendoff. The couple drives off in a red pickup.

Be sure to stay tune for a new season announcement when it's announced!

New episode tonight!

We are so excited about tonight's episode of Counting On! 

 

November Birthdays & Anniversary cover

The family has three birthdays and two anniversaries this month.

 

Preview: Joseph's wedding

The day has finally come for Joe and Kendra to get married. Take a first look at their wedding, as Kendra walks down the aisle to become Mrs. Joseph Duggar. There might even be a few surprises in store for the happy couple!

Grandbaby #10: Birth stats predications

Over the past three days, we have been playing our baby games on here. Yesterday we shared our name guesses post and today we are sharing our birth stats. 

How much do you think the baby will weight at birth?

How long do you think the baby will be?

When do you think the baby will be born? (Looking for date!)  

STOP!!! Before you check out of this post, be sure to check out our Duggars and Bates blog for an important vacation notice! 

Grandbaby #10: Name predications

Yesterday, we shared our Grandbaby #10 prediction games and today we are posting our first games! You may vote up until the grandbaby has arrived! 

Grandbaby #10 needs a name! What do you think that they should call the baby? 

Grandbaby #10: Baby prediction starts

Over the next few days, we will be having our baby prediction games. We are super excited for Joy and Austin as they are getting closer to their due date! 

New photo of Tyler

Early this year, we introduced you to Tyler. A few weeks later, the family celebrated Tyler's 9th birthday! Today we have a new photo of Tyler that we would love to share with you all.

 

Recap: Joy & Austin tie the knot

Four days before Joy's wedding, the family heads to the airport to meet the Dillards who are returning home from Central America.
Later on, Renee arrives for Joy's final fitting of her wedding dress. Joy is radiant in her dress. Joy is very happy with the items that she was wanting in her dress.
Joseph heads to the Caldwell family home to pick up Kendra and Lauren for a double date with Ben and Jessa. Joseph and Kendra have known each other for about six years but has only been courting for two and half months.
Lauren says that she is happy for her sister and Joe but will miss her when she gets married since they are on the fast track.
The crew heads to the house where Joy & Austin will be living. It's not ready for them to live in so the family is allowing to live in the RV next to the house while they keep working on the house.
Joseph ends up meeting with Kendra's father to ask for a blessing to propose Kendra at his sister's wedding. Her father says yes and reveals that he and his wife were grateful that Joe has honored them throughout the relationship.
Paul (Kendra's father) says that he and his wife are happy for the couple but are surprise about how fast this courtship has gone.
Joseph asks his sister and Austin if he can propose at their wedding. They both agree to it and are happy for him and Kendra.
The younger siblings head over to Cindy's house to work on the decorations for the wedding. They did not have enough gas so it causes a delay of getting there.
Jeremy and Jinger arrive from Texas a day before the wedding with the pottery for the dinner. The girls give Joy and Austin the gift that most of the siblings have added to.
Later that night, they enjoy a mexican-themed dinner and Jill and Bobby give their speeches. Bobby has joked with Austin since Austin was homeschool while Bobby attended a Christian school.
The next morning, the couple reunites in front of the church and heads to get ready. Joy wants to find out if Austin wants her hair up or down. Joy gets her dress on and reveals it to the wedding party. Jim Bob arrives and they both start to cry. Joy is the fifth child to get married and he doesn't think that it will get easier but the good thing is that she is getting married to Austin. The couple has their first look. Austin thinks that he would have lost it if he saw her first time walking down the aisle.
Jennifer is having her first time as a bridesmaid. She and Joy were buddies and is sad that her sister is moving out.
Before the ceremony the groomsmen pray over the groom while the bridesmaids line up. Jennifer starts crying so both Michelle and Joy give her a little bit of encouragement.
Austin takes his mother and Michelle out into the sanctuary. Jim Bob and Joy enter the room and Austin cry. The couple signs both their vows and marriage license. The parents come and they pray over them.
Austin and Joy have their first kiss before the Pastor introduces them as husband and wife. Austin ask his bride if she wants him to carry her out and she says no. The conefetti goes off.
Austin's mother says that the wedding was beautiful and couldn't asked for anything better.
The newly husband and wife thank everyone but Joy reveals that they are not planning to stay there long. They cut into their cake.
The single ladies gater for the bouquet toss and Joe starts to get nervous. Joy pretends to toss it but later walks over to Kendra. Joe comes out and asks her to married him and she says yes who is completly shocked.
Josiah reveals that another one bites the dust and congrats Joe for manning up.
Joy heads to change into her street clothes before they leave. They will be going to Switzerland and she is excited for skiing.
TLC has revealed that next week will be the season finale. It will feature a sneak peek at Joseph and Kendra's wedding.

New photos of Joy & Austin

TLC has released new photos of Joy & Austin on their wedding day. We have decided to share our favorites for you all.

 Check out all the rest of the new photos by checking out our facebook fan page. Our recap of tonight's episode is coming soon at 8pm (PST)

New episode tonight!

We have a brand new episode of Counting On tonight. Tonight's episode is two hours long. The Duggar family is gearing up for the wedding of Austin and Joy along with an engagement of Joseph and Kendra! 

Be sure to stay tune for our recap later tonight.
 

All about Granddaughters!

On Friday, we shared all about Grandsons and today we are sharing about the granddaughters.

Mackynzie Renee Duggar was the first granddaughter born to the Duggar family. She was born on October 8, 2009 to Josh and Anna Duggar.

Meredith Grace Duggar was the second granddaughter born to the Duggar family. She was born on July 16, 2015 to Josh and Anna Duggar.

Preview: Joy and Austin Tie the Knot

Joy's wedding day is finally here after months of planning, and the final touches are added as family and friends come together to celebrate Joy and Austin becoming Mr. and Mrs. Forsyth.

All about Grandsons

Now that the Duggars have welcomed baby Mason into the world, we wanted to look back at the grandchildren. Today's blog is for the grandsons and there are a lot of them.

 Michael James Duggar was the first grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on June 15, 2011 to Josh and Anna Duggar.

Marcus Anthony Duggar was the second grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on June 2, 2013 to Josh and Anna Duggar.

Israel David Dillard was the third grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on April 6, 2015 to Derick and Jill Dillard.

Spurgeon Elliot Seewald was the fourth grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on November 5, 2015 to Ben and Jessa Seewald.

 

Henry Wilberforce Seewald was the fifth grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on February 6, 2017 to Ben and Jessa Seewald.

Samuel Scott Dillard was the sixth grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on July 8, 2017 to Derick and Jill Dillard.

Mason Garrett Duggar was the seventh grandson born to the Duggar family. He was born on September 12, 2017 to Josh and Anna Duggar.

All about Mason: One month old

Mason is now one month old! It's hard to believe that he is now one month. There has not been a new photo of Mason since he was three weeks old.

This past month since he was born: He celebrated his parents 9th wedding anniversary and his sister's birthday.

Johannah turns 12

Happy 12th Birthday Johannah Faith! 

 

A few new photos!

Jill posted a new photo of her sons (Samuel and Israel) and Derick Dillard. We thought that we would share it with you all.

Anna Duggar posted a new photo of the family just right before she and Josh welcomed their 5th child into the world.

 Jeremy and Jinger posted a few new photos of their weekend together.

The Duggar family posted a photo with four out of the five children of Josh and Anna Duggar for Mackynzie's 8th Birthday photo.

Two Weeks of weddings!

You have been invited to witness the wedding of Joy Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth on October 16th.

 You have been invited to witness the wedding of Kendra Caldwell and Joseph Duggar on October 23rd!

 Austin and Joy Forsyth got married on May 26, 2017 and a few months later Joseph and Kendra Duggar got married on September 8, 2017

All about Mason: Four weeks old

This sweet little boy is now four weeks old. He will celebrate his first month birthday on Thursday! 


This past week: He celebrated his oldest sister's 8th birthday on Sunday. 

Recap: TomBoy Joy

Jessa and the boys head over to the big house so she and Jana can create a gift basket for Joy and Austin. They plan for all the siblings to add to the basket. They are going with something old, new, borrowed and blue.
Jinger is creating something blue so she spray-paints a tub and picks many blue items into it. Jessa gathers a bunch of kitchen items that they can pass to Joy for something borrowed and she also copies many of the favorite recipes for her sister.
Josiah, Jedidiah, Jeremy head to the warehouse to find something old. The warehouse has a lot of old house items, broken toys, industrial and fitness equipment, antiques and many more items. John adds that there are a few hidden treasures because they are not sure what they are.
The boys find a camping stove and managed to get it started. Jana is getting the something new and uses markers to create hard hats with Mr. & Mrs. on them.
Joy had eight brothers around her growing up with six older ones and two younger ones.
Jeremy reveals that they got along very well and Ben revealed that Joy isn't impressed by anybody and for her to like Jeremy, it's a good thing.
Joy really enjoys being with the younger siblings. She says that her relationship with them very strong since they look up to her. She has tried to invest in their lives and spend time with them.
Joy is very close to Jill, James and Jennifer along with three others that are on her buddy team.
Before she got married, She went flying with her older brother, John, to learn the ropes of flying a plane. Austin can fly and she wants to be able to do it also.
Austin lived in Texas for many years until the age of 8. His family moved to Arkansas and met the family. He speaks highly of his parents and says growing up in a smaller family is different than the family. He also reveals that he wanted more siblings.
Joy revealed that she started having feelings for Austin when he shared his testimony at the family's home. She also reveals that she is nervous about marriage and being a wife but is excited.
Austin reveals that he is excited to have his best friend beside him for the rest of his life. He is also excited to start a family with her.

Next week's episode is a two hour special for Joy and Austin's wedding. We will also see Joseph and Kendra's engagement journey!

Describe Joy!

Joy might have gotten married in May 2017 and currently expecting her first child in a few months. Now we wanted to remind you that the family has yet to announced an official due date of Grandbaby #10.

We wanted to give the readers a chance to describe Joy in three words. 

Joy Forsyth with Meredith Duggar

 

New episode tonight!

We are so excited to share that there is new episode tonight on Counting On! We will be posting our recap later tonight! 

 

All about Samuel: Three months old

Samuel is celebrating his third month milestone. He is growing up so big. This past month, Samuel got an new aunt when his uncle, Joseph, got married and he got a new baby cousin when Mason was born.

 

Joseph and Kendra's 1st month of marriage

It has been a full month since Joseph and Kendra got married! 

 

Mackynzie turns 8!

Happy 8th Birthday Mackynzie Renee! 

 

Preview: Tomboy Joy

Joy's siblings prepare some special gifts for the wedding and take a trip down memory lane remembering Joy through the years.

Joe & Kendra: Four weeks of marriage

Joe and Kendra are two days from celebrating their first month of marriage. The couple recently announced that they went for Greece for their honeymoon.

All about Henry: Eight months old

Henry is now eight months old. This past month, he welcomed a new cousin and aunt in his life. 

Right after his birthday, he will welcome his cousin, Baby Forsyth, into the world.
 

Vuolo family: 11 months of marriage

We are so excited to share that Jeremy and Jinger are just one month away from celebrating their first wedding anniversary.