tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post1232879908963401961..comments2023-11-02T10:51:19.449-04:00Comments on Welcome To The Gosselin Family Fan Site: Sneak Peak: Kate Plus 8: Home Roost, Jon's Book Not Happening..Yet But a Jon & Kate Sighting Together is!The Travel Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08652768852732313054noreply@blogger.comBlogger93125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-90131168753136284502010-07-12T11:03:34.289-04:002010-07-12T11:03:34.289-04:00New Post up for the new episode! I love the scent ...New Post up for the new episode! I love the scent of fresh paper in the morning! Sorry it took so long, but the kids did NOT want to start camp today! ;)<br /><br />Enjoy the fresh paper smell of waffles and hot maple syrup to start you this Monday!The Travel Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08652768852732313054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-57794728652757602742010-07-12T01:52:37.428-04:002010-07-12T01:52:37.428-04:00Well I'm so happy I stayed up tonight to watch...Well I'm so happy I stayed up tonight to watch the show. I thought it was great. Unfortunately its almost 2am here. So I promise to have a new post up first thing tomorrow. For those that missed it and would like to see it here, I will also have the episode up as soon as I could get it!The Travel Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08652768852732313054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-37749634610288449562010-07-12T01:48:22.769-04:002010-07-12T01:48:22.769-04:00Tashapork-I also liked seeing the kids work togeth...Tashapork-I also liked seeing the kids work together to solve problems. It was really cute when the Amish farmer brought over the foam rubber bat and showed Collin and Joel how to use it to carry the water jug between them. They looked so pleased and proud at their accomplishment.PeggyPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06847850404942521955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-8914539670082224512010-07-11T22:56:08.388-04:002010-07-11T22:56:08.388-04:00I really liked the shows, especially the fact that...I really liked the shows, especially the fact that there was not one mention of Jon, unless you interpret the comment about the one bedroom apartment as such. I understand Kate's frustrations because I have the same issues on a samller scale with our house. Just the other day, I spent over an hour dealing with a hose issue that never did get completely resloved, albeit, she is in a better situation to hire help than I am, but that presents it's own problems. I love to see the kids working together on something. Those kids do more than some fourteen and fifteen year olds I konw. I hope the trees and shrubs provide Kate the privacy she needs.tashaporkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02614153610713537018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-4534826857696410582010-07-11T21:35:59.193-04:002010-07-11T21:35:59.193-04:00ACK! I have my friends still over and I can't ...ACK! I have my friends still over and I can't watch! I am also of all days having problems with my DVR player! Thank goodness for PST and repeats.. How is the show going?The Travel Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08652768852732313054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-72967275653678514562010-07-11T21:15:15.607-04:002010-07-11T21:15:15.607-04:00I think there are lots of assumptions that the sho...I think there are lots of assumptions that the show is more intrusive than we think. We know nothing about huge parts of the childen's lives. Their school lives, their extra curricula activities, their friendships have been conducted entirely off-camera (with the exception of friends attending the 5th birthday party). <br /><br />The fun trips and vacations may not negate the loss of privacy. But growing up in a house where 9-10 people aren't squashed into a tiny space, where making ends meet is not a constant struggle, and there is money to pay for college without being saddled with student loans may very well make up for being filmed when young.<br /><br />Obviously, I don't know kids who have had some of their lives filmed for a TV show. But I have a 20 year old neice who was scarred in a car accident when she was 5 (not seriously injured by scars on her legs). She was awarded a fairly large sum of money. The scars bothered her as a kid but now she is thrilled that her college costs are covered. Unlike many of her peers, she will have an advanced degree and be debt free. <br /><br />Another niece (different family) also has a college fund because her parents took care of an elderly friend for several years. She was mad as a child about some of things she had to give up but now at 16, she is thrilled that the she can do anything she wants in terms of college.<br /><br />Growing up lower middle class, in a crowded house, with prospects of struggling to go to college is over rated.PARhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09640267099424891666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-61061989547611097822010-07-11T21:01:00.110-04:002010-07-11T21:01:00.110-04:00I say, if you like it watch; if you don't then...I say, if you like it watch; if you don't then don't watch. It is annoying for some trolls to complain about not liking it but then gobon to describe the show if detail - so obviously they did watch. Don't know if that makes sense and I can't scroll up to check!Linda "Original"https://www.blogger.com/profile/13379321670033802865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-53409246959833516662010-07-11T19:35:20.989-04:002010-07-11T19:35:20.989-04:00Kids: The have indicated that they WANT to be on T...Kids: The have indicated that they WANT to be on TV. And, if any kid has a day where they don't want to be on TV, then they aren't. <br /><br />50/50 co-parenting and rights to have kids on TV:<br />My unprofessional opinion is that Jon should have NO SAY in how SHE raises her kids on HER time. That means that if kids want to be on TV and she is fine with that, then they should be. End of story. This assumes, that all child protection from over filming laws are being observed. <br /><br />Jon's book: I wouldn't buy it. Sorry! <br /><br />Yes, Kate WAS a bit overbearing, but she learned from her mistakes and is doing much better now. :D I commend her for that! Its not easy overcoming OCD and having to be in control of everything. She's learning. It just takes time and I'm willing to give her time and keep watching her shows!<br /><br />Kate plus 8: IF the courts are foolish enough to ban the kids being on the show, then I would support her being a permanent fixture on The View. She'll relax and learn to be more free and just be herself. She'll find her inner humour. And I think that it will come out on The View given time. She'll never be a Comedian per se, but she is entertaining. I respect her opinion. <br /><br />I vote for the 8 being on TV!tpkyteroohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02412160788101618658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-21998348348007396292010-07-11T09:34:31.325-04:002010-07-11T09:34:31.325-04:00I see it differently. Maybe I'm wrong but I d...I see it differently. Maybe I'm wrong but I don't see how. <br /><br />If there are ten million people commenting on ROL or watching video clips of previous airings online, etc and only a handful of people watching the first episode airings on tv for each "special" or weekly show, etc it will not be enough revenue to keep Kate and the kids filming the show. <br /><br />Sure the sponsors will think Kate brings ratings at first, but once they realize she doesn't they will stop advertising during and in the show. If the tv ratings plummet there won't be future filming. That's how I see it. If someone can show me otherwise I will rethink my stance.<br /><br />I'm not trying to justify watching the later episodes. I have no problem not watching anything if I think it will be the difference.<br /><br />As for the effect the filming and loss of privacy has on the children that remains to be seen. I do agree the divorce has taken a toll on them, but I don't think that will be the only factor. If filming them is harming them at all, I don't believe that fun trips and vacations will negate that, not in the long run anyway. Hopefully they won't have any issues because of the filming. I just don't see how they won't when they realize how much of their lives has been made public and into entertainment. JMO.SGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12242806259961125116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-61244537529631920852010-07-11T08:44:36.329-04:002010-07-11T08:44:36.329-04:00There are two things that keep Kate in the spotlig...There are two things that keep Kate in the spotlight and the kids on television. <br /><br />1) The revenue her shows and appearances generate. The most important piece of this are the ratings for the first airing of any show. But there are advertisers paying for subsequent showings of the same episodes and ratings for the reruns matter as well. Sales of DVD's count add to these profits.<br /><br />2) The interest in Kate on the Internet. It doesn't matter if people are pro- or anti-Kate. As long as there are 100's of clicks on each story written about Kate, they will keep writing them. As long as there are blogs with 100's of posts daily, the interest is maintained. This generates hype which gives the perception to the powers that be that Kate is a ratings draw (true or not).<br /><br />The filming of the children will not stop until there is not interest in Kate whatesoever - until people are totally indifferent.<br /><br />All that said, I have no problem with the childen being filmed along the lines of the current schedule. It seems balanced at this point. As for the impact on the childen, I believe filming has enhanced their lives. I believe it has benefited them far more than it has harmed them. I also believe any current unhappiness is due to the divorce - something many children experience and something I think would have happened regardless of filming.PARhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09640267099424891666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-49200093968795749272010-07-11T02:37:23.476-04:002010-07-11T02:37:23.476-04:00Good morning everyone, at least it is for me. I am...Good morning everyone, at least it is for me. I am shocked once again that good OLD JW, who is the oldest troll living. Who is still coming here and harassing people. GO AWAY JW WE DON'T WANT YOU HERE. Poor Mary Beth isn't concerned with the cops watching her trailer...<br /><br />Welcome all of our new commenters! Kimberly we all have our good hair days and bad hair days. This type of hair style is high maintenance and the hot weather doesn't help. So I will give her a break with that one. If it's styled right it does look amazing. But honestly my favorite style was that 24 hour bob!<br /><br />Mdblough~ by what Schmecky was saying your post sounded interesting. Sorry you deleted it before I could see it..lol<br /><br />SchmeckyGirl~ I was confused when you were talking about Kate saying she was boring but yet she has two shows and that doesn't add up. I'm boring too but I would have 10 cameras around me if I could, to support my family and get a new house and car. Straight up. I could even create my own fan blog! LOL <br /><br />Yes the Gosselin drama is fading and the trolls are already bored and a few like JW are hanging on for dear life. I for one don't miss the drama one bit but it keeps the blogs active. Don't count Jon out though, he's got a few more inches left on his back for more ugly tattoos and I have the feeling he's gonna need some more funds for the smokes. So don't lose hope for him to create some more drama for the haters to snark on.The Travel Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08652768852732313054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-56792971448097313462010-07-11T00:25:25.626-04:002010-07-11T00:25:25.626-04:00I think her "new hairdo" is a MESS! eek!...I think her "new hairdo" is a MESS! eek!Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12511474323494381652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-49066227408483133772010-07-10T23:54:37.633-04:002010-07-10T23:54:37.633-04:00Schmecky Girl said:
>>I feel if I contribut...Schmecky Girl said:<br /><br />>>I feel if I contribute to the tv ratings I am contributing to keeping them on tv. I personally don't have a problem watching it at a later time such as a repeat or online.<<<br /><br />I have news for you. You're watching them. They have ratings for reruns and they certainly monitor hits on web sites.<br /><br />TO Brynn-Her hair has changed a lot and except for that one unfortunate eye makeup incident when the photos were taken that led to the botox rumors she's much better on her makeup. I think the hair has made a lot of difference. The new hairdo and its variations soften the jawline. etc.PeggyPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06847850404942521955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-32296583853446499752010-07-10T23:52:18.282-04:002010-07-10T23:52:18.282-04:00Mdblough,
I read your comment. It sounded contrad...Mdblough,<br />I read your comment. It sounded contradictory to me regarding the Nielsen ratings etc. It also didn't provide anything for me to consider to help me rethink my stance. All I know is that ad revenue is based on ratings. They only take the ratings from certain airings. If I watch it online two months later I'm pretty sure it won't help with the shows ratings.SGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12242806259961125116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-78366157930220026412010-07-10T23:33:47.552-04:002010-07-10T23:33:47.552-04:00If not botox, then what did happen to Kate's f...If not botox, then what did happen to Kate's face? It's changed so much.Brynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15866830004003581419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-19879757407075855502010-07-10T23:20:39.375-04:002010-07-10T23:20:39.375-04:00angelsmama, SG is correct...try Old Navy or Macy&#...angelsmama, SG is correct...try Old Navy or Macy's.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03109384853168750160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-29592346578326561152010-07-10T23:19:28.548-04:002010-07-10T23:19:28.548-04:00"save face" babymama? Some of us don'..."save face" babymama? Some of us don't watch because we think the cameras in the faces of the Gosselin children isn't right. So why would we watch it for heaven's sake?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03109384853168750160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-87083812722915748392010-07-10T23:16:17.647-04:002010-07-10T23:16:17.647-04:00I don't know why Kate didn't pack a pair o...I don't know why Kate didn't pack a pair of flipflops in her tote. Those 5 inch heels just aren't great for walking long distance in the heat. Barefoot??? yuck...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03109384853168750160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-89253006585339257052010-07-10T19:52:43.339-04:002010-07-10T19:52:43.339-04:00I'm five feet also! ;)I'm five feet also! ;)SGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12242806259961125116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-30911098402391005732010-07-10T19:01:01.029-04:002010-07-10T19:01:01.029-04:00Thanks Schmecky. I've seen a lot of the lower ...Thanks Schmecky. I've seen a lot of the lower ones. I like the ones she's wearing because they seem to be higher than what I've seen. I'm only 5 foot so I am looking for ones that are a bit higher.:)angelsmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17944466698011071592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-65364017301687702162010-07-10T18:50:48.587-04:002010-07-10T18:50:48.587-04:00I just looked again... the ones online seem a bit ...I just looked again... the ones online seem a bit lower. I have the ones they had a couple of years ago. I think mine are higher than the ones they have now.SGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12242806259961125116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-44173388964498098212010-07-10T18:48:48.131-04:002010-07-10T18:48:48.131-04:00angelsmama,
I have a few from Old Navy. I just c...angelsmama,<br /><br />I have a few from Old Navy. I just checked online and they have them for 5 bucks. Not sure if they are the same ones, and might not be as high...SGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12242806259961125116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-38504540303252117722010-07-10T18:46:23.720-04:002010-07-10T18:46:23.720-04:00Does anyone know where I can find those sandals/we...Does anyone know where I can find those sandals/wedges that Kate is wearing in the photo with Jon? I've been looking for a heeled flip flop type of shoe and those look really cute.angelsmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17944466698011071592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-22592021727174536452010-07-10T18:31:11.361-04:002010-07-10T18:31:11.361-04:00Sorry I have been MIA - vacation withdrawal and th...Sorry I have been MIA - vacation withdrawal and then my son was sick for two days with a migraine! I can't wait to watch the episode, so excited.<br /><br />I just wanted to pop on to wish Linda good luck and to let y'all know that she won TWO copies of the klutz books I was giving away on my site! Yay! Thanks for spreading the word so much for me Linda!<br /><br />I will try to keep up with the posts but we have Girl Scout camp this week and I am one of the counselors so I am going to be wiped! But maybe I can keep up on the bus. :) Hope every one had a great 4th and I am sorry to see that the flies have been back since I have been gone. Too bad. The flies seem to know a lot about Kate....sometimes more than I do...for people that don't watch her, eh?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08523107011760320235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914552682332144225.post-47191419382153130432010-07-10T16:45:26.003-04:002010-07-10T16:45:26.003-04:00Strange JW. You commented here about episodes in l...Strange JW. You commented here about episodes in last season, talked about her two appearances ago on the View, and commented on DWTS. Seems like a lot of Kate watching to me.Linda "Original"https://www.blogger.com/profile/13379321670033802865noreply@blogger.com