Families are hectic, and perhaps the McCaugheys were more hectic than most. Despite that, it’s still important to take time out as a family and have a break.
The whole family, including Mikayla, was taken to Disney World in Orlando.
Date Night
With a house full of eight children it can't be easy to take care of yourselves and your relationship.
Bobbi and Kenny thought it was imperative to keep one night free for them to spend some much-needed alone time together. Friday night was set aside as their date night.
Parents' Perception
Each of the children had their own characteristics, and their parents picked up on each of their personality traits.
Nathan is "determined" whereas Kelsey is a "sporty fashionista." Joel is "quiet and reflective" which is similar to Alexis who is "sweet and perceptive." Brandon is "outgoing and athletic," Natalie is a "high achieving perfectionist," and Kenny Jr, who was mentioned as a mischief-maker is described by his parents as a "go-getter."
On the Cover
For their eighth birthday, the children appeared on the cover of Ladies' Home Journal.
The magazine also featured an article on the family where Bobbi and Kenny answered questions that they hoped would help new parents like they once were.
George W. Bush
In 2001, the McCaugheys were invited to meet with President George W. Bush. This was a big deal for Bobbi and Kenny, so they ensured that they and all the children were appropriately dressed.
Such is the way with young children that some were more interested than others, though we doubt they really grasped who they were meeting with at the time.