Monday night was the premiere of our TLC specials! We were so excited to finally see how everything came together from the filming! When we were originally approached by this production company, one thing that we really liked was that they wanted to do something a little different from other multiples reality shows----they wanted to focus more on the FUN and less on the drama. Now I know that I am completely biased, since it is my family, but I loved how the shows turned out! I thought they were laugh-out-loud funny and I loved that they tried to show each of the kids personalities. When they were over, I was left wanting more. I heard that they have about a 400 to 1 ratio for these shows----about 400 hours of filming for every 1 that makes it to the final cut, which tells you that they had to cut out A LOT of stuff and be really selective to tell the story.
Some of my favorite parts of the shows:
The Crib Cam---we knew that there was a lot of partying going on in there are night, but we had no idea just how much!
Jayson's Dance Party---the looks on the kids faces was priceless!
The diaper malfunction---perfect example of Murphy's Law
Baby Jail---I love the on-screen titles that listed the crimes
The Van Scrape---yes, this one is a bit embarrassing for me, but I have had several people ask, so I thought I would clarify---it was all REAL! I really scraped the van, I really peaked out and saw nothing, We really did not find the scrape until our first stop for gas on the trip, and what you saw on TV were the actual moments when we discovered it!
We had a big party with our friends to watch the premiere episodes. We set up a large screen with projector in a friend's backyard (Thank you Wilcox and Woods families!). I rolled out the "red carpet" and made everyone have their picture taken like they were at a "real" premiere. Despite the fact that it started to sprinkle 30 minutes before the party was supposed to start (what is it with me and parties and rain, anyway???) everything turned out GREAT! It was so much fun! All the kids loved seeing themselves. Rustin started crying when he watched his balloon go up in the sky---it was sad and sweet at the same time. Kyndall got upset when I started to get attacked with water balloons at the family party. I think some of their favorite parts were the special transitions---like Rustin finger-painting on the screen. When we watched the shows again at home, they wanted me to rewind that part over and over again, while they giggled like crazy.
The Quints on the "Red Carpet": Kassidy, Ryder, Kyndall, Kaydence and Rustin
The "Red Carpet" in the front
The "Red Carpet" and photo backdrop in the back
Goodie Table
I was so excited when I found these napkins on clearance at Michaels....they were perfect for our party :-)
Wilkinson Family on the "Red Carpet"
Getting ready for the show to start...we turned on "Dora" to entertain the little ones before "Texas Quints" started.
Kyndall, Kassidy, Ryder, Rustin and Kaydence watch the premiere!
I have had several people ask if there are going to be more episodes, and at this point it is up to TLC! We will let you know when we hear something! In the mean time, if you would like to tell TLC that you want more "Texas Quints", you can leave some feedback on their website HERE. (Note: I have discovered that Texas Quints is not listed in the drop down show menu, making it difficult to leave a comment...I'm checking into it.)
Thanks for all your support! We have loved reading all your emails, comments on the blog, and posts on facebook!
"Texas Quints" Premiere Party
The Quints on the "Red Carpet": Kassidy, Ryder, Kyndall, Kaydence and Rustin
The "Red Carpet" in the front
The "Red Carpet" and photo backdrop in the back
Goodie Table
I was so excited when I found these napkins on clearance at Michaels....they were perfect for our party :-)
Wilkinson Family on the "Red Carpet"
Getting ready for the show to start...we turned on "Dora" to entertain the little ones before "Texas Quints" started.
Kyndall, Kassidy, Ryder, Rustin and Kaydence watch the premiere!
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