Observations

Micka and Hannah definitely compete. But, Micka is a demonstrably better mom. Her kids are all adorably dressed, loved, held, cared for. Her kids care for each other but don't seem parentified. Her kids are all beautiful and seem happy, not desperate for attention. When Micka kisses her babies, it seems natural- whereas Hannah seems forced and awkward and everything seems like it's for the 'gram. Everything about motherhood seems to come naturally to Micka. Could very well be based on her role as an older sister, but she just seems to do it all... better than Hannah. People have said they think Micka is competing with her daughters but I disagree, I think she champions them (within the confines of their Mormon traditional family roles). Her daughter's wedding was gorgeous with no expense spared. I can't imagine Hannah having one of her girls get married without Hannah needing to steal the show. I can, on the other hand, see Hannah being very insecure about not being the center of attention and competing with her daughters on their own wedding day. Micka has never seemed insecure to me. Her children, her life, seems beautiful and happy. Hannah seems to be the one in competition. Also, saw old pics of swollen Dan on the farm. They should stay off the farm. Dan is living his best life in Ireland. In Utah ole Dimmy has bags upon bags under his eyes, looks puffy and swollen and unkempt, and he just looks like a moron wearing that hat. I don't know what it is but their little Ireland jaunt = the healthiest Dan has looked in years. Maybe they should pack up and move for good and let actual farmers do their thing.